Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

International students and doctoral candidates from non-EU countries who study or research at a German university (including universities of applied sciences), with at least German B2. Bachelor's applicants must have completed at least two semesters in Germany; master's applicants must plan a four-semester master's in Germany; doctoral candidates must be fully admitted to a doctorate. The funding period is at least four semesters, and human medicine, dentistry (state exam) and medical specialisation are excluded. Civic or political engagement is part of the selection.

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About this opportunity

Supports eligible international students and doctoral candidates in Germany, generally for up to two years for degree students and three years for doctoral candidates

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. International students and doctoral candidates from non-EU countries who study or research at a German university (including universities of applied sciences), with at least German B2. Bachelor's applicants must have completed at least two semesters in Germany; master's applicants must plan a four-semester master's in Germany; doctoral candidates must be fully admitted to a doctorate. The funding period is at least four semesters, and human medicine, dentistry (state exam) and medical specialisation are excluded. Civic or political engagement is part of the selection.
2. Note the deadline. Jul 15 (annual; domestic selection closes on 15 Jul at 12:00 noon CET each year - the next closing date is 15 Jul 2027; applications through KAS offices abroad follow their own dates) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Application form; CV; academic records; German-language proof; motivation statement; evidence of civic engagement; doctoral research plan where relevant.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Academic and personal selection process

Profile of past winners

Varies by annual programme

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Tips from our advisors

1. Published annual deadline is 15 July; verify the 2027 call and application route before applying
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 Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students?

International students and doctoral candidates from non-EU countries who study or research at a German university (including universities of applied sciences), with at least German B2. Bachelor's applicants must have completed at least two semesters in Germany; master's applicants must plan a four-semester master's in Germany; doctoral candidates must be fully admitted to a doctorate. The funding period is at least four semesters, and human medicine, dentistry (state exam) and medical specialisation are excluded. Civic or political engagement is part of the selection.

What does Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students cover?

Up to EUR 992 per month for bachelor's, master's or postgraduate students (standard duration two years) and up to EUR 1,400 per month for doctoral candidates (three years). On request: health insurance subsidy up to EUR 120 per month, family allowance EUR 276, child allowance EUR 250 per child, research travel grants, and in exceptional cases tuition reimbursement up to EUR 750 per semester.

When is the deadline for Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students?

Jul 15 (annual; domestic selection closes on 15 Jul at 12:00 noon CET each year - the next closing date is 15 Jul 2027; applications through KAS offices abroad follow their own dates) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students?

Host countries: Germany.

What documents do I need for Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students?

Application form; CV; academic records; German-language proof; motivation statement; evidence of civic engagement; doctoral research plan where relevant.

How are applicants selected for Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students?

Academic and personal selection process

How much work is the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship Programme for International Students application?

High