offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is Monthly payments of: 2,000 euros for assistant teachers, assistant professors and lecturers 2,150 euros for professors Unless otherwise regulated by agreements, the costs of the outward and return journey are borne by the respective sending country. In case of a disability or chronic illness: on application, a subsidy may be…
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Monthly payments of: 2.00…
Award amount
2
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Study levels
Graduate student
Field of study
Education, English Language and Literature, Foreign Languages Literature and Linguistics, Theology and Religious Vocations, Visual and Performing Arts
Payout method
Paid to the college or financial aid office
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Amount: Monthly payments of: 2.000 euros for assistant teachers, assistant professors and lecturers 2.150 euros for professors Unless otherwise regulated by bilateral agreements, the costs of the outward and return journey are borne by the respective sending country. In case of a disability or chronic illness: on application, a subsidy may be provided for justified additional costs incurred abroad that are necessary to realise the project in Germany and that are not covered by a third party; whether and to what extent a subsidy will be paid, will be reviewed and determined on an individual basis (see important information for scholarship applicants , section F, point 8) Please note: Health insurance coverage is mandatory in Germany. If you do not have a corresponding home health insurance, you will be insured by the DAAD. The costs will be deducted from the scholarship payment.
Payout: Paid to the college or financial aid office
This award may be renewable.
Selection criteria
An independent selection committee reviews applications. The most important selection criteria are: Your academic achievements and, if applicable, your publications, which must be documented in the curriculum vitae and a list of publications (see ‘Application documents’) A convincing and well-planned research project (see ‘Application documents’)
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To improve international relations and research cooperations between German and foreign universities, the supports the exchange of scientists and academics. The basis for the exchange of scientists are cultural exchange programmes between the Federal Republic of Germany and partner countries as well as agreements with foreign partner organisations. The scholarships are funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space. Research stays at state or state-recognised universities…
Information last verified May 1, 2026.
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