Location: Germany
Program: Postgraduate – Masters, PhD
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: Same with Course
Deadline: December 31, 2025
The Katholischer Akademischer Ausländer-Dienst (KAAD) is the scholarship foundation of the German Catholic Church, committed to empowering talented postgraduate students and researchers from developing and emerging regions of the world. Its mission is to foster academic growth, intercultural dialogue, and leadership by supporting individuals from Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, as well as Eastern and Southeastern Europe. Through its scholarship programs, KAAD seeks to provide more than financial assistance; it also offers a strong academic and spiritual network that helps scholars excel in their studies and equips them to contribute meaningfully to the development of their home countries after graduation. This vision reflects KAAD’s broader goal of strengthening global cooperation, promoting social responsibility, and building bridges between cultures and religions.
To achieve its mission, KAAD has developed several scholarship programs tailored to different applicant profiles and regions. Programme 1 offers Invitation, In-country, and Third-country scholarships for postgraduates with professional experience who wish to pursue Master’s, PhD, or post-doctoral research in Germany or other select countries. Programme 2 supports international Master’s or PhD students already studying in Germany, with applications handled through Catholic University Chaplaincies (KHG/KSG). The Eastern Europe Programme focuses on students and researchers from Eastern and Southeastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Caucasus, providing opportunities for Master’s, PhD, or short-term research stays in Germany. Through these initiatives, KAAD ensures that its scholarships meet the diverse needs of students worldwide while promoting academic excellence and intercultural dialogue.
Benefits of the Scholarship
The KAAD scholarships are fully funded and typically include:
- Full tuition coverage
- A monthly stipend for living expenses
- Travel and research grants
- Health insurance
- Preparatory or continuing German language courses
- Access to KAAD’s academic and faith-based networks
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are eligible to apply if:
- Open to applicants from developing and emerging countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, Central, Eastern, and South-Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Caucasus
- Must have a university degree and relevant professional or academic experience
- Would like to pursue Master’s, PhD, or other postgraduate studies
- Religious affiliation:
- Generally Catholic denomination, or another Christian denomination (especially for the Near and Middle East)
- Applicants from other religions may also be considered if recommended by Catholic partners and willing to engage in interreligious dialogue
- Language requirement:
- Basic German language skills before entry
- KAAD may provide up to 6 months of German language training in Germany if needed
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed eligibility criteria
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Selection Criteria
The KAAD Scholarship selects candidates with strong academic performance, relevant experience, and a commitment to contribute to their home country’s development, while also valuing leadership potential, intercultural openness, and German language ability.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
