Konrad Adenauer Foundation - Scholarships for international students in Germany

Whether you're an engineer from Ukraine, a German studies student from Brazil, or a mathematician from Iran – we support talented individuals who aspire to study or conduct research in Germany.

We are looking for young, driven individuals who demonstrate both academic excellence and social responsibility. You should be actively engaged in your community and committed to democratic values. We especially welcome applicants who:

• Have strong academic performance
  You’ve completed your secondary school and university studies with good to excellent grades and show curiosity beyond your own field.
• Identify with our values
  You are inspired by the values and ideas of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation. You can reflect critically on social and political topics, and you respect differing perspectives.
• Volunteer regularly
  You’re actively involved in your community – whether in politics, social work, church, or culture – and believe in the importance of democracy and human rights.
• Take initiative
  You want to contribute to our non-financial support program and play an active role in your local university group. After your studies, you aim to promote lasting ties between your home country and Germany.
• Show potential and motivation
  You’re open-minded, goal-oriented, and committed to your academic and personal development.

As scholarship holders of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, you benefit from our individual support, an interdisciplinary seminar program, and an active university group life. In addition, our financial support enables you to focus on your educational goals. 

Non-financial support

Diverse Seminar Program

Our seminars explore key political, economic, and cultural developments. You’ll engage with experts, ask meaningful questions, and connect with fellow scholars from around the world. 

Personal Mentoring

We support your academic and personal journey. Our advisors are here to help you clarify your goals, explore new opportunities, and navigate student life in Germany – always with your unique circumstances in mind. 

University Groups

Enjoy theater visits, group discussions, and new friendships – all part of our local university groups. Each group is guided by a trusted faculty advisor who offers academic support. After your scholarship ends, you can stay connected through our alumni association (ASeV). 

Network of International Scholars (NIS)

The NIS is your platform for exchanging ideas, asking practical questions, and receiving support from peers. It covers topics such as settling into life at a German university, navigating administrative processes, finding volunteer opportunities, and building social connections. In addition to practical support, the NIS also provides a space to explore global issues from international and interdisciplinary perspectives. 

Financial Support

For Bachelor's, Master's, or Postgraduate programs, recipients can receive up to €992 per month in scholarship funding. The standard duration of support is two years. 

For doctoral candidates, the scholarship provides up to €1,400 per month. Applicants must be fully admitted to a doctoral program at a German university. The standard funding duration for doctoral studies is three years. 

Additional allowances are available upon request. These include a health insurance subsidy of up to €120 per month, a family allowance of €276 if your spouse resides in Germany for more than three months, and a child allowance of €250 per child with proper documentation. Scholars may also apply for research travel grants abroad (excluding conference visits), as well as a partial reimbursement of university tuition fees—up to €750 per semester in exceptional cases. 

Please note: We do not cover fees related to enrollment, re-registration, or exmatriculation (e.g., semester ticket, student union fees).