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DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 — Fully Funded Master's/PhD in Germany

Comprehensive guide to financial benefits, eligibility requirements, and official application steps.

Scholarship Program Overview

Germany's flagship scholarship for professionals from developing countries — funding master's and PhD study at leading German universities in fields related to sustainable development, with a generous monthly stipend and full support package.

This award is officially open for international applicants seeking full-time higher education programs. Selected candidates receive financial support throughout the standard duration of their degree.

Scholarship Benefits:

Monthly stipend of €992 for master's students 🔹 Monthly stipend of €1,400 for doctoral candidates 🔹 Full health insurance 🔹 Travel allowance between Germany and the recipient's home country 🔹 Rent subsidy where applicable 🔹 Family allowance for eligible scholars 🔹 Additional support for study and research expenses

Eligibility Requirements:

Citizens of developing or emerging countries 🔹 Hold a bachelor's degree (usually completed within the last six years) 🔹 At least two years of relevant professional work experience 🔹 Applying to an eligible DAAD EPOS postgraduate program 🔹 Demonstrated strong academic performance and leadership potential

Key Dates:

🔹 Application deadline: Varies by university, but many programs close on 31 August 2026 🔹 Because each participating university sets its own admission timeline, applicants should carefully verify the exact deadline for their chosen course

Application Process:

Browse the list of DAAD EPOS-eligible postgraduate programs across German universities Select a program aligned with your field and development focus Confirm your specific program's exact application deadline (varies by university) Prepare required documents: bachelor's degree certificate, work experience proof, academic transcripts, motivation letter, references Submit your application directly to your chosen program before its specific deadline Await admission and scholarship decision from the university/DAAD

Frequently Asked Questions

No — each participating university sets its own admission timeline, though many close on 31 August 2026. Always confirm the exact deadline for your specific chosen program.
Yes — at least two years of relevant professional work experience is required.
Citizens of developing or emerging countries who hold a bachelor's degree (usually completed within the last six years) and meet the program's specific admission requirements.
Master's students receive €992/month, while doctoral candidates receive €1,400/month.

Quick Summary

Host CountryGermany
Funding TypeFully Funded
Verification Manually Verified
Last UpdatedUpdated Aug 2026

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