Summary
The University of Freiburg invites applications for the fully funded DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 for international students. This scholarship supports those wishing to pursue a master’s degree in the MSc Environmental Governance Program (MEG). The program promotes development-related postgraduate studies and has various benefits, including travel expenses, insurance, and accommodation.
- 🎓 Fully funded DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 offered by the entity[“organization”,”University of Freiburg”,”German public research university”] for international students to pursue a Master’s degree (MSc Environmental Governance – MEG) in Germany
- 🌍 Open to all nationalities, targeting students who want to study abroad with full financial support
- 💰 Covers monthly stipend, insurance, travel costs, accommodation, and family support
- 🏫 entity[“organization”,”DAAD”,”German Academic Exchange Service”] selects scholarship recipients after initial screening by the university
- 📚 Program focus: MSc Environmental Governance (MEG) under development-related postgraduate studies
- 🏛️ Founded in 1457, the University of Freiburg is one of Germany’s oldest and most prestigious institutions
- 📅 Application deadline: 15 October 2026
- 📄 Required documents include DAAD & MEG application forms, transcripts, CV, SOP, recommendation letter, passport copy, and medical certificate
- ✅ Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree (recent), minimum 2 years relevant work experience, above-average academic record, and limited prior stay in Germany
- 🚫 Academic roles (teaching/research) usually not counted as work experience for this scholarship
- 📧 Application process: Submit all documents as a single PDF via email, while referees send recommendation letters separately
- ⚠️ Limited number of scholarships available due to selective DAAD EPOS program criteria
Designation
- Scholarship Name: DAAD EPOS Scholarship
- University: University of Freiburg, Germany
- Degree Level: Masters
Details Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities |
| Award Country | Germany |
| Application Deadline | 15 October 2026 |
Research Area
- MSc Environmental Governance Program (MEG)
Location
- University of Freiburg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
To apply for the University of Freiburg DAAD EPOS Scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be young professionals from eligible countries.
- An undergraduate degree is required.
- The academic degree must be no more than six years old as of October 2025.
- A minimum of two years of relevant work experience (post-Bachelor); volunteering/internships are not accepted.
- Candidates must have an above-average academic degree (upper third).
- Applicants should not have resided in Germany for more than 15 months prior to the application.
Job Description
This scholarship provides financial support covering:
- Monthly stipend
- Health insurance
- Travel tickets
- Free accommodation
- Family support
How to Apply
- Complete the OEA (Eligibility Assessment) if unsure about meeting the admission standards.
- Await an email confirming your eligibility within a week. (Note: OEAs are processed until October 8).
- Combine all required documents into a single PDF file, compress it, and email it to info-meg@unr.uni-freiburg.de.
- Reference letters must be sent directly from referees to the same email.
Last Date to Apply
- 15 October 2026
This scholarship offers a fantastic opportunity for students looking to advance their studies in environmental governance while receiving comprehensive support throughout their academic journey in Germany.
