DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) - Study Scholarships for Music, Performing Arts, Fine Art, Design/Visual Communication, & Architecture

Information regarding the DAAD 'Germany Today' information tour for North American higher education administrators and policy makers.

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DeadlineMarch 27, 2026; Scholarship usually begins on October 1, 2027; Funding start date: October 1, 2027 (or earlier for language courses); Program dates: June 21 – June 27, 2026

Award amount992 euros per month; Optional rent subsidy; Green Mobility Top Up; 992 Euro monthly stipend; Optional family allowance; 460 Euro annual study allowance; Travel subsidies based on region; 460 euros annual study allowance

Last checkedJun 25, 2026

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Graduate Studies in Germany

An informational guide for international students on pursuing graduate-level education in Germany, covering academic requirements, language proficiency, application processes, and living costs.

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Eligibility

Holders of a higher education qualification or international university degree; Bachelor's degree required for Master's program enrollment; Master's degree required for PhD program enrollment

Requirements

Field of study requirement (Bachelor's degree in a similar field); Proof of higher education entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung/HZB); German language proficiency (e.g., TestDaF, DSH, or Goethe Institut Certificates) for most programs; Proof of funds for student visa

Application materials

Notarized copies or originals of certificates; University-specific application documents

How to apply

Apply through Uni-assist e.V. for member universities; Apply directly to the university if not a member of Uni-assist e.V.; Apply directly to the graduate school or research institution for PhD programs

Contact

DAAD USA Regional Office New York, 871 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017, +1 (212) 758-3223, daad.newyork@daad.de

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