PhD Scholarships in germany

Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Scholarships logo

Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Scholarships

Partially Funded
Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung (Rosa Luxemburg Foundation)
Germany
Annual

The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Scholarships support highly qualified students and doctoral candidates studying in Germany, with a strong emphasis on social commitment and the Foundation's values.

Master
PhD
Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarships logo

Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarships

Partially Funded
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
Germany
Annual

Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarships support academically strong international students and doctoral candidates who want to study or conduct research in Germany and show social or political commitment.

Master
PhD
Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarships logo

Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarships

Partially Funded
Friedrich Ebert Foundation
Germany
Annual

The Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarships support high-achieving and socially engaged students in Germany, including international applicants, at undergraduate, master's and doctoral level.

Bachelor
Master
PhD
Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships logo

Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships

Fully Funded
Heinrich Böll Foundation
Germany
Closes Usually around March

Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships support outstanding students, including international applicants, for degree study in Germany across all subjects, with strong emphasis on academic merit and social engagement.

Bachelor
Master
PhD
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Deutschlandstipendium

Partially Funded
Federal Ministry of Education and Research and participating German universities
Germany
Annual

The Deutschlandstipendium is a merit-based scholarship in Germany for high-achieving students of all nationalities at participating universities. Applications are made directly to the university offering the award.

Bachelor
Master
PhD
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TUM International Graduate School of Science and Engineering

Varies
Technical University of Munich (TUM) International Graduate School of Science and Engineering
Germany
Annual

TUM-GS is a structured doctoral programme at the Technical University of Munich supporting PhD researchers in science and engineering, often through project-based funded positions in Germany.

PhD
Biology
Computer
+5 more
Hans Böckler Foundation Scholarship logo

Hans Böckler Foundation Scholarship

Fully Funded
Hans Böckler Foundation
Germany

The Hans Böckler Foundation Scholarship is a German funding programme that supports academically strong students and doctoral researchers, often with a strong social, trade union, or socio-political commitment.

PhD
Computer
IT
+2 more
Frankfurt School Fully Funded Doctoral Programme logo

Frankfurt School Fully Funded Doctoral Programme

Fully Funded
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
Germany
Closes Usually in January

A competitive fully funded PhD programme at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management in Accounting, Economics, Finance, and Management, taught in English in Germany.

PhD
Business
Economics
+2 more
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DLGS Scholarship

Fully Funded
Dresden Leibniz Graduate School (DLGS), jointly run by the Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development and Technische Universität Dresden
Germany
Closes Usually in September

The DLGS Scholarship funds interdisciplinary PhD study in sustainability, urban and regional development at Technische Universität Dresden in Germany, with a monthly scholarship and support for travel and research.

PhD
Architecture
Biology
+9 more
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DFG Research Scholarship

Fully Funded
German Research Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, DFG)
Germany

The DFG Research Scholarship supports research-based doctoral and postdoctoral opportunities in Germany, often through DFG-funded projects and research frameworks at German universities and institutes.

PhD
PostDoc
Agriculture
+4 more
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DAAD GROW – Global Research Opportunities for the South

Fully Funded
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Germany

DAAD GROW supports short research stays and cooperation visits in Germany for PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and established academics from countries in the Global South, with projects aligned to the Sustainable Development Goals.

PhD
PostDoc
DAAD logo

DAAD

Fully Funded
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Germany
Annual

DAAD offers international scholarships for study and research in Germany, especially at doctoral level. Funding commonly supports living costs and may also include research allowance, insurance, travel, and language preparation.

PhD

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Am I eligible for fully funded scholarships for master’s or PhD programs abroad?
Eligibility depends on your GPA, academic background, English score, and program fit. Most scholarships are merit-based and highly competitive.
Do I still need to show proof of funds if I receive a fully funded scholarship?
Sometimes. Even fully funded students may need to show basic maintenance funds during the visa process.
Is IELTS or TOEFL mandatory for international scholarship applications?
In most cases yes, although some universities may waive it if your previous degree was taught fully in English.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
Yes. Applying to several scholarships is recommended, but most sponsors require you to accept only one final award.
How important is work or research experience for winning scholarships?
It depends on the program — research scholarships value academic experience, while leadership scholarships often prioritize professional achievements.

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