Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship To Study in Germany 2026/2027

The Friedrich Ebert Foundation offers a fully funded scholarship program for international students wishing to study in Germany. The award supports students across multiple disciplines with a monthly stipend, health insurance coverage, and additional benefits, including a seminar program and on-site mentoring. Up to 40 scholarships are awarded each year to high-achieving applicants who aspire to study in Germany and align with the foundation’s values.

Monthly stipend, health insurance funding, potential family allowance, and access to a comprehensive seminar program and on-site mentoring.

Applicants come from countries in the Global South, post-Soviet states, and eastern and southeastern European countries; students in any subject area are eligible if they demonstrate excellent academic merit and commitment to the values of social democracy; German language proficiency is required for admission to German higher education institutions.

Submit a completed online application form via the foundation's portal, including CV, motivation letter, diplomas/transcripts, proof of social/political engagement and recommendation letters; shortlisted candidates are interviewed by a selection committee and then notified of final decisions.