Public universities in Germany charge little or no tuition for most programmes (Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students), so scholarships in Germany mainly help with living costs.
A summary of each scholarship. Values and dates change every year, so always confirm on the official page before you apply.
No scholarships for this level here. Try “All”, or ask a counsellor about university awards.
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
German government and private sponsors
Heinrich Böll Stiftung
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
Last reviewed October 2026. Gradmire is not the awarding body for these scholarships and cannot guarantee an award; the official page always takes precedence.
We match your profile, course and destination to the scholarships you are realistically eligible for.
Many scholarship deadlines come before admission deadlines. We build one timeline for both.
Feedback on scholarship essays, personal statements and CVs; the writing stays yours.
Guidance on referees, transcripts and any financial documents the scholarship asks for.
Practice for scholarship interviews, such as Chevening’s.
Most scholarships are partial, so we help you plan the remaining funding too.
Yes, but fewer than for master’s study. Most bachelor’s funding comes from universities as partial tuition discounts or need-based aid, so apply early and to several universities.
A few fully funded scholarships cover tuition, living costs and travel, but most are partial. Plan for the full cost of study and treat a scholarship as a bonus until it is confirmed.
For some scholarships, yes; others need an offer first. Check each scholarship’s rules on its official page.
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