DAAD Scholarship & Research Programs 2026
Study & Research Opportunities in Germany for International Students and Researchers
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Germany
Study / Research Location
• Germany (various universities and research institutions)
The DAAD Scholarship and Research Programs offer a wide range of fully funded opportunities for international students, graduates, doctoral candidates, and postdoctoral researchers to study or conduct research in Germany.
These programs support academic mobility and international collaboration across disciplines, providing access to Germany’s world-class universities, research institutions, and innovation ecosystem.
DAAD funding supports:
• Degree studies (Master’s & PhD)
• Short-term and long-term research stays
• Structured doctoral programs
• Bi-national doctoral supervision (Cotutelle)
• Language and academic preparation courses
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by program, but generally applicants must:
• Be an international student or researcher
• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (depending on program level)
• Demonstrate strong academic performance
• Have a clear study or research plan
• Meet language requirements (German or English, depending on program)
• Be within the specified years since last degree (varies by scheme)
Funding / Scholarship Benefits
DAAD Funding Typically Includes:
• Full or partial tuition fee coverage
• Monthly stipend (varies by program level)
• Health insurance
• Travel allowance
• Research and study grants
• Family allowance (for long-term programs, where applicable)
• German language course support (selected programs)
Program Levels Supported
• Master’s Degree
• PhD / Doctoral Studies
• Postdoctoral Research
• Short-term Research Visits
• Language & Winter Courses
Research & Study Fields
• All academic disciplines
• STEM, Social Sciences & Humanities
• Economics, Engineering, Health, Arts, and more
• Interdisciplinary and applied research
25 februari 2026