Free Study Opportunity in Germany | Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships Open

The Heinrich Böll Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 scholarship program, offering 1,500 fully funded scholarships to outstanding students from around the world. This prestigious program supports Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. students across all disciplines, and is open to both international and German applicants. If you are academically talented and socially or politically engaged, this could be your opportunity to study at top German institutions with full financial support.

About the Heinrich Böll Foundation

The Heinrich Böll Foundation is a politically independent, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting democracy, human rights, ecological sustainability, gender equality, and peaceful conflict resolution. With a global network of 34 international offices and 16 regional offices across Germany, the Foundation provides scholarships to students who not only excel academically but also actively contribute to social change and civic engagement.

Program Overview

Host Country: Germany
Participating Institutions: All universities of applied sciences and universities of the arts in Germany
Scholarship Provider: Heinrich Böll Foundation
Number of Scholarships: 1,500
Degree Levels: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral (Ph.D.)
Fields of Study: All academic disciplines
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded

Scholarship Benefits

The Heinrich Böll Foundation offers generous financial support, adjusted to the recipient’s degree level and origin (EU or non-EU):

For Undergraduate and Master’s Students

Non-EU Students:
- Monthly stipend: €934
- Book allowance and other possible subsidies (e.g., health insurance, family allowance)
- In some cases, partial tuition fee support (mainly for studies outside Germany)
EU Students:
- Monthly stipend: up to €812
- Book allowance: €300/month
- Tuition fees not covered in Germany

For Ph.D. Candidates

Non-EU Students:
- Monthly stipend: €1,200
- Research/travel allowance: €100/month
- Additional individual allowances
- Scholarship duration: 3 years, with a possible 12-month extension
EU Students:
- Monthly stipend: €1,350
- Research allowance: €100/month
- Tuition fees not covered in Germany

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate a high level of academic achievement and a commitment to social or political causes. Specific requirements include:

A recognized university entrance qualification
For Master’s applicants: a certified copy of the first degree certificate
Proof of enrollment (if already studying)
Proof of German language proficiency (minimum DSH 2 or B2 level)
A letter of recommendation from a university professor or lecturer
A third-party reference highlighting your social commitment
A complete set of application documents specific to your degree level

Fields of Study

The scholarship covers all academic disciplines at participating German institutions, allowing students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral programs aligned with their academic and professional goals.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Heinrich Böll Foundation’s official portal. Here’s a step-by-step guide: