Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students

Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung

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Details checked on 18 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Applicants from eligible regions and countries; strong academic performance; enrolment at a state-recognised German higher education institution; commitment to social-democratic values; OECD-country students are generally excluded from the international student programme

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About this opportunity

Foundation funding for eligible international students and doctoral candidates studying in Germany; selection considers academic potential and social engagement

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Applicants from eligible regions and countries; strong academic performance; enrolment at a state-recognised German higher education institution; commitment to social-democratic values; OECD-country students are generally excluded from the international student programme
2. Note the deadline. No single universal deadline; check programme and individual application route Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Online application; CV; academic transcripts; motivation statement; references; enrolment or admission evidence; doctoral proposal where applicable.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Multi-stage review and interviews

Profile of past winners

Varies by programme

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Tips from our advisors

1. Check the official programme page for the correct route, eligibility and current deadlines
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
4. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
5. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
6. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
7. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students?

Applicants from eligible regions and countries; strong academic performance; enrolment at a state-recognised German higher education institution; commitment to social-democratic values; OECD-country students are generally excluded from the international student programme

What does Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students cover?

International student base amount listed as €992/month; doctoral support follows current rules

When is the deadline for Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students?

No single universal deadline; check programme and individual application route Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students?

Host countries: Germany.

What documents do I need for Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students?

Online application; CV; academic transcripts; motivation statement; references; enrolment or admission evidence; doctoral proposal where applicable.

How are applicants selected for Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students?

Multi-stage review and interviews

How much work is the Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship for International Students application?

High