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Doctoral, Post-Graduate
Engineering&Technology,Computer Science & IT,Others,Environmental Science,Clinical Sciences
Germany
The Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships for 2026 offer a chance for driven students with a passion for social justice, climate action, or democracy to study in Germany. Each year, the foundation gives about 1,200 scholarships to international students for Master's or Ph.D. programs at German universities.
Overview of the Scholarship
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Host Country |
Germany |
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Provider |
Heinrich Böll Foundation |
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Degree Level |
Master’s, PhD |
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Eligible Courses |
All disciplines offered at state-recognized universities |
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Benefits |
Monthly Stipend |
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Eligible Nationalities |
Open to all nationalities |
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Deadline |
1 March 2026 |
Eligible Courses
All subject areas offered by state-recognized universities in Germany. Priority is given to degrees aligned with the foundation’s values:
- Environmental science & climate change
- Political science & governance
- Human rights & social justice
- Gender studies
- Sustainable development
- Engineering, IT, and more
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship, applicants should:
- Possess a strong academic background.
- Be involved in social and political activities.
- Show a profound interest in ecology, sustainability, democracy, and justice.
- Reach a German language skill level of at least B2 or DSH-2.
- Provide verification of acceptance or enrollment in a Master’s or doctoral program at a recognized German university in Germany.
Pakistani students can apply as Students from Non-EU Countries.
Scholarship Benefits
For Master’s Students (Non-EU):
- Monthly stipend of €934
- Additional allowances for books, health insurance, and travel
- Tuition fees in some cases (if applicable)
For Doctoral Students (Non-EU):
- Monthly stipend of €1,200
- Research and conference allowances
- Family and child care allowances (if applicable)
- Health insurance support
Application Submission
Please submit your application no later than March 1, 2026.That the final deadline, so don’t wait too long!
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Programme Description
The International Excellence Scholarship Programme (IES) is a scholarship programme that enables ambitious students of all fields of study from Eastern and Southeastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia with above-average grades to spend a semester abroad in Berlin.
This programme gives students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge at the best German universities (HU Berlin, FU Berlin, HWR Berlin, University of Potsdam).
Germany
Full Scholarship:
Covers monthly pocket money, health insurance, accommodation, enrolment fees, liability insurance, educational trips, social events, and cultural activities.
Partial Scholarship PLUS:
Similar to the full scholarship but requires participants to cover their own travel and health insurance costs.
Partial Scholarship:
Covers all costs except for 2 months of accommodation (1,650 EUR), travel, and health insurance, which must be paid by the participants.
Germany
Benefits
Basic monthly scholarship of €1350.
Monthly family allowance of €100 per child if applicable.
Separate grants for additional material resources, travel, and stays abroad (up to €1500 during the standard funding period).
Application Deadlines:
Submit both applications by the deadline of 30 July in the year you are applying.
Scholarships are regularly awarded on 1 October of each year.
Germany
Eligibility:
Internships are open to worldwide students.
Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral students worldwide with a basic background in Computer Science.
Students looking for Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis projects are also welcome to apply.
Enrolled students can also apply for the Max Planck Internship.
Germany
Criteria:
University degree in natural sciences or related STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) at the level that theoretically entitles to enrol into a PhD
A high level of skills (postdoctoral standard) or expertise in a specialisation in which doctoral degrees are not usually awarded. Experience can be both in academia or non-academic sectors, but must be relevant to the research fields of our groups and teams that are participating in the programme.
Germany
Study Level
Subject / Specialist
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