DAAD Summer Scholarship 2027 in Germany | Fully Funded
The DAAD Summer Scholarship 2027 provides international students with a fully funded four-week German university course, including accommodation, insurance, and a €475 allowance.
Overview
The DAAD Summer Scholarship provides eligible international university students and graduates with a fully funded, four-week German language or subject-specific course in Germany. Administered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the programme requires in-person participation and runs between June and September 2027.
Benefits
- Coverage of the selected German language or summer course fee
- Accommodation for the full duration of the course
- A one-time allowance of €475
- Country-specific travel allowance where applicable
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
Eligibility
- Open to Bachelor’s and Master’s students, with specific eligibility varying by country
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the start of the course
- Bachelor’s candidates must have completed at least two academic years of university study by the time the funded course begins
- Candidates generally require at least a B1 level in German, supported by an accepted language certificate (such as onSET-Deutsch, TestDaF, or Goethe-Zertifikat) that is typically no more than one year old
- Must be capable of following instruction and participating in group work in German
How to Apply
Applicants must check country eligibility in the DAAD database, review participating universities, and select up to three course preferences. Required documents include a CV in German, a motivation letter written in German connecting the course to academic or professional goals, and academic transcripts covering the previous two consecutive academic years. All materials must be uploaded through the official DAAD online portal.
Deadline
The application window closes on 30 October 2026 at 23:59 CET.