DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates
DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
DAAD funds international students for master's and doctoral studies in Germany with comprehensive support.
Eligibility
Open to graduates from all countries with strong academic records. Each sub-programme has specific requirements.
Nationalities: all
Degree levels: master, phd
Minimum IELTS: 6.0
Minimum TOEFL: 80
German (TestDAF, DSH) or English (IELTS/TOEFL) depending on programme
Application fee: 0.00
Funding
living allowancetravelinsuranceother
Monthly stipend (€934 for graduates, €1,200 for PhD), travel allowance, health insurance, and research grants
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Last verified: August 17, 2026
Source: DAAD Official Scholarship Database (view source)
Contact: scholarships@daad.de
Eligibility criteria, funding amounts and deadlines change over time — always confirm with the official source before applying.