Applications are now open for the KAAD Scholarship Programme 2026/2027, a fully funded opportunity for postgraduate students, PhD candidates, and researchers from developing countries to study or conduct research in Germany.
The scholarship is offered by the Katholischer Akademischer Ausländer-Dienst (KAAD) and supports talented individuals who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to contributing to the development of their home countries.
About the KAAD Scholarship
The KAAD Scholarship Programme provides financial and academic support to students and researchers from Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and selected Eastern European countries.
The programme aims to strengthen international academic cooperation and help scholars gain the skills and knowledge needed to create positive change in their communities and professional fields.
Scholarship Programmes
Programme 1: Applicants Living in Their Home Countries
This programme supports:
- Postgraduate studies in Germany
- Research stays in Germany
- In-country Master’s scholarships at selected universities
- Third-country Master’s scholarships at partner institutions
Programme 2: International Students Already in Germany
This programme is designed for students from developing countries who are already enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme at a German university.
Eastern Europe Programme
Applicants from selected Eastern European countries may apply for:
- Master’s studies
- Doctoral programmes
- Short-term research stays in Germany
In-Country Scholarship Locations
The KAAD In-Country Programme currently supports selected Master’s programmes in:
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Guatemala
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Lebanon
- Peru
- Zimbabwe
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants may receive:
- Full tuition fee support
- Monthly living allowance
- Travel assistance
- Health, accident, and liability insurance
- German language courses before studies begin
- Research support
- Access to seminars, workshops, leadership training, and networking events
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants should:
- Be citizens of eligible countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, or Eastern Europe
- Hold the academic qualifications required for their chosen programme
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Show leadership potential and commitment to development in their home country
- Meet the admission requirements of the host institution
- Satisfy any additional requirements of the selected scholarship programme
Why Apply?
The KAAD Scholarship offers more than financial support. Scholars gain access to academic mentoring, professional development opportunities, international networks, and valuable research resources that can help advance their careers and increase their impact at home.
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
How to Apply
Applicants should first determine which KAAD scholarship programme matches their academic status and location before submitting an application through the official scholarship portal.
VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY
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