Hanns Seidel Foundation Scholarships

A scholarship programme by the Hanns Seidel Foundation offering financial support to international students and doctoral researchers to pursue study and research at German universities. It accepts applicants across multiple academic disciplines and places value on academic excellence, leadership and voluntary engagement. Scholars receive financial support and access to mentoring, seminars and networking opportunities. German language proficiency (minimum B2) is required for applicants.

Monthly scholarship stipend; financial support for study/research in Germany; academic mentoring; seminars, workshops and leadership programmes; networking opportunities; personal and professional development.

International students and doctoral candidates who plan to study or conduct research in Germany, demonstrate excellent academic performance, possess German language proficiency at B2 level or higher, and show active voluntary or community engagement. Journalism applicants should provide relevant work samples.

Complete the online application via the official Hanns Seidel Foundation application portal, select the appropriate scholarship category, upload required documents and submit before the relevant intake deadline.