Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) International Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarship Program – Germany

Location: Germany

Program: Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Bachelor’s / Master’s / PhD)

Eligibility: International students

Duration: Varies by Program

Deadline: July 15 2026

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The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) International Scholarship Program represents one of Germany’s most comprehensive and values-driven funding opportunities for talented international students and doctoral candidates committed to democracy, human rights, and social engagement. Funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, KAS supports approximately 300 international scholars from over 50 countries across all continents who aspire to study or conduct research at German universities.

Founded in 1955 and named after Germany’s first post-World War II Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is one of Germany’s largest and most influential political foundations affiliated with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). International scholars can study at any German state-recognized university or University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule/HAW) across all disciplines except human medicine, dentistry, and medical specialization programs. Germany offers exceptional advantages for international students including world-class universities consistently ranked among global top institutions, minimal or no tuition fees at public universities (in most federal states), safe and welcoming environment, strong economy with excellent job prospects, central European location enabling easy travel, and vibrant cultural life.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:

For Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Postgraduate Students:

Monthly scholarship stipend: Up to €992
Standard funding duration: 2 years (minimum 4 semesters)
May be extended in justified cases

For Doctoral Candidates:

Monthly scholarship stipend: Up to €1,400
Standard funding duration: 3 years
Must be fully admitted to doctoral program at German university
May be extended in exceptional circumstances

Additional Financial Allowances (Upon Request):

Health insurance subsidy: Up to €120 per month
Family allowance: €276 per month
Child allowance: €250 per child per month (with proper documentation)
Research travel grants for research stays abroad
Partial reimbursement of university tuition fees: Up to €750 per semester in exceptional cases
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:

German proficiency required even for English-taught programs (seminars and mentoring in German)

For Master’s Applicants:

Must intend to enroll in a four-semester (2-year) Master’s program at a German university
Three-semester programs (e.g., some LL.M. degrees) generally NOT eligible due to minimum 4-semester funding requirement
Must hold or be completing a Bachelor’s degree
May apply before completing undergraduate degree (submit transcripts, then degree certificate when available)
Excellent academic record from undergraduate studies
Must be enrolled or intending to enroll in eligible Master’s program

For Bachelor’s Applicants:

Must have successfully completed at least two semesters of a Bachelor’s program at a German university
Cannot apply in first semester or before enrollment
Must have at least 4 semesters remaining in degree program
Must be enrolled full-time at state-recognized German university or University of Applied Sciences
Strong academic performance (good to excellent grades)
At least 4 semesters of study remaining at time of application

For Doctoral Candidates:

Must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent)
Must be fully admitted to a doctoral program at a German university
Clear, well-developed research proposal
Supervisor/advisor identified at German university
Strong academic performance in previous degrees
Research focus compatible with KAS values and priorities
Open-minded and intellectually curious
Goal-oriented and self-motivated
Committed to academic and personal development

Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements

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Selection Criteria

The KAS International Scholarship selection process employs a holistic, values-centered approach that equally weighs academic excellence, social engagement, character, and alignment with KAS’s mission to strengthen democracy and human rights globally. Unlike purely merit-based scholarships, KAS selection emphasizes the “whole person”—scholars who will not only succeed academically but also serve as responsible leaders and bridge-builders between Germany and their home countries.