German Academic Exchange Service, DAAD, annually invites applicants from any discipline, background, and higher education institution for the Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarship as well as other funding opportunities in Germany.
The Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarship is geared to approximately 1500 undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students from Germany and abroad, talented students showing excellent promise for future academic and professional careers.
Requirements
To apply and be considered for the 2026 DAAD Heinrich Boll Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates must satisfy the following requirements;
Proof of the required level of German language (B2 oder DSH 2)
excellent school grades and academic standing; if requested, first graded proofs of academic achievements
social engagement and interest in politics
convincing justification for applying to the Foundation
The scholarship department of the Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to graduates and doctoral students from outside Germany. An application for a scholarship for an undergraduate degree is only available for German nationals.
The application deadline is March 1st and September 1st. Please note: We only accept online applications. The application portal will be opened about 6 weeks before the application deadline.
International applicants have to prove their proficiency in German. Good or very good knowledge of the German language is required (at least B2 Level or DSH2).
Duration and Reward
Funding generally covers the standard study period with the option to apply for renewal for 1 semester.
Monthly funding of €934
Individual allowance
Health insurance
Funding for travel abroad
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
Application Form
University Entrance Qualification or Equivalent
A list of Study Certificates to date if you have already commenced your studies
For foreign applicants for a scholarship to study for a master’s degree: Certified copy of your first-degree certificate
Student enrollment certificate
An expert reference from a university or college lecturer.
A third-party reference on your social commitment
Proof of the required level of German language (B2 oder DSH 2)
excellent school grades and academic standing; if requested, first graded proofs of academic achievements
social engagement and interest in politics
convincing justification for applying to the Foundation
Method of Application
To apply for the DAAD Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
Gather information on the application process and the requested documents
Register for the online application portal
Provide the requested information in the Online Application Portal
After uploading all of your documents, submit your application before the end of the application deadline.
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Application Deadline: March 1 & September 1, Every Year.
