Applications are now open for the German DAAD Helmut Schmidt Scholarship 2027. It is a Fully Funded Scholarship in Germany for International students to pursue a Master’s Program. The DAAD Helmut Schmidt Scholarship is one of the Popular scholarship programs, similar to the DAAD EPOS Scholarship. There is no application fee, and the scholarship covers all the expenses funded by the German Federal Foreign Office. The Academic Program will begin in September 2027 and is offered in English. Applicants can only apply for the Eligible Master’s Program in an Eligible German University that is selected by the DAAD for the Helmut Schmidt Scholarship. More details are below.
Scholarship Details
- Host Country: Germany
- Scholarship Name: Helmut Schmidt Program
- Degree Level: Master’s Degree
- Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 31st July 2026
Purpose of the Scholarship
The DAAD Helmut Schmidt Program focuses on educating future decision-makers who can contribute to democratic governance and sustainable development in their countries.
Financial Benefits
The Scholarship Covers:
- Tuition Fee
- Round Airfare Tickets Travel Allowance
- Monthly Stipend
- Health Insurance
- Study and Research Subsidy
- Monthly Rent
- Allowances for Spouses and/or Children, where applicable
- 6-month German language course.
Course Duration
- One-Year Master
- Two-Year Master
Focus Area
Public policy, Good Governance, International Relations, Public Management, Public Administration, Civil Society, Social Protection, Peace and Conflict Studies, Development and Socioeconomic Policies.
Eligible Universities and Master’s Programs
Applicants can apply for up to two of the Master’s courses listed below. Scholarships are available for seven Master’s programs at the following universities:
- University of Applied Sciences Bonn-Rhein-Sieg: Social Protection
- University of Duisburg-Essen: Development and Governance
- Willy Brandt School of Public Policy at the University of Erfurt: Public Policy
- University of Magdeburg: Peace and Conflict Studies
- University of Applied Sciences Osnabrück: Management in Nonprofit Organisations
- University of Passau: Development Studies
- University of Passau: Governance and Public Policy
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants from the List of Eligible Countries can apply for the Helmut Schmidt Scholarship.
- Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in Social and Political Sciences, Law, Economics, Public Policy, and Administration, or from a relevant field.
- Applicants must have completed a 16-year bachelor’s degree program from a University.
- Applicant must apply for the indicated Master’s degree program.
- You can apply for up to two Master’s degree programs.
- All applications must be submitted in English or German.
- There is no age limit.
Documents Checklist
- DAAD Application Form
- Letter of Motivation
- CV (format: Europass)
- University Certificates
- Transcript
- Currently written reference
- Proof of English language skills
- Practical experience relevant to the Helmut-Schmidt Programme (gained through professional experience, internships, political/social commitment).
Selection Criteria
- Motivation (academic, professional, personal, relating to the program’s goals)
- Relevant practical experience
- Above-average first-degree grades (upper third)
How to Apply for the DAAD Helmut Schmidt Program 2027?
Steps:
- Carefully review the DAAD selection criteria.
- Complete the DAAD “Application Form” once, indicating your chosen Master’s course(s).
- If applying for two courses, rank them in your motivation letter, explaining your preference and how each course will benefit your academic and professional development. Use the same motivation letter for both.
- Submit the application form and all required documents directly to the Master’s course(s) you are applying to (maximum of two). Scholarship applications are sent directly to the Master’s programs.
- Current Announcement
- Checklist
- Application Form
- List of Countries
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Information about the Master’s Courses
