The German Catholic KAAD Scholarship Program offers fully funded scholarships for outstanding international students from developing countries, enabling them to pursue a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Germany. This competitive scholarship emphasizes academic excellence, social commitment, and inter-religious dialogue.
- 🎓 Fully Funded Scholarships: For master’s, Ph.D., and post-doctoral research at German universities.
- 🌍 Target Applicants: Students and researchers from developing/emerging countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Eastern & Southeastern Europe.
- 🏆 Eligibility Requirements:
- Above-average academic performance and research excellence.
- Commitment to permanent reintegration in home region.
- Religious/social engagement and willingness for inter-religious dialogue.
- Catholic Christians preferred; candidates from other religions accepted with proven inter-religious commitment.
- German language skills required (KAAD offers up to 6-month language course).
- 📝 Application Process: Online via KAAD portal, channeled through regional Partner Committees; other countries considered only exceptionally.
- 💡 Additional Support: Scholarships, educational programs, spiritual guidance, and personal assistance for future leadership roles.
- ⏰ Deadline: 31 December 2025
- 🇩🇪 Location: Germany
- 🔬 Fields of Study: Unrestricted
- 📖 About KAAD: Scholarship institution of the German Catholic Church supporting post-graduate students and scientists from developing countries.
- 📜 Historical Note: German Catholics (Deutschkatholiken) founded in 1844 by Johannes Ronge, advocating reform and progressive Catholicism; influenced religious reform in Germany.
Designation
Master’s and Ph.D. Scholarships
Research Area
Unrestricted; applicable to various fields of study.
Location
Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must be from developing or emerging countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, or Latin America and currently residing there.
- Must hold a university degree and possess professional experience from their home country.
- Applicants should seek a Master’s degree or Ph.D. or post-doctoral research in Germany.
- Candidates must be Catholic Christians or demonstrate a commitment to inter-religious dialogue if from other religions.
- German language skills are required; KAAD provides a language course of up to 6 months if needed.
Job Description
Successful candidates will receive a full scholarship that covers tuition fees, living expenses, and additional support for educational programs. Scholars are expected to demonstrate commitment to their home regions’ permanent reintegration and actively participate in religious and social activities.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online through the KAAD application portal.
- Candidates should follow the instructions carefully and channel their applications through the designated Partner Committees in their respective countries.
Last Date to Apply
December 31, 2025
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