Award amountTravel allowance; 992 euros monthly stipend; 460 euros annual study allowance; U.S. stipend: $75,000 USD per year; Travel allowance (upon application); Japan stipend: 9,600,000 JPY per year; 1. 400 euros monthly scholarship payment; U.S. expenses: up to $5,000 USD per year
Last checkedJun 24, 2026
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DAAD Study Scholarships for STEM Disciplines
Official DAAD scholarship program details for students from developing and emerging countries pursuing a Master's degree in STEM fields in Germany.
High-achieving students from developing and emerging countries; Must have completed a first degree (e.g., Bachelor's) by the application deadline; Must not already hold a Master's degree; Must not have been resident in Germany for longer than 15 months at the application deadline; Must demonstrate above-average academic performance
Requirements
Admission to a state or state-recognised Master's programme in Germany; Most recent university degree should not date back more than 6 years; Proof of language proficiency (at least B1 level) in the language of instruction; Must be a tuition-free Master's degree programme
Application materials
Online application via DAAD portal; Proof of current language proficiency (German or English certificates); Academic transcripts and degree certificates
How to apply
Register on the DAAD portal; Complete the online application form; Upload required documents in the 'Attachments' section; Ensure admission to a German university is secured or in progress
Important dates
Funding must begin in 2027; Scholarship usually begins on 1 October 2027
Documents
Print version of announcement (PDF)
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