Applications are open to apply for the KAAD Scholarships for the academic session 2025. KAAD (Katholischer Akademischer Ausländerdienst), a prestigious scholarship program hosted by the Catholic Academic Exchange Service of Germany, aims to support outstanding students from developing countries to pursue Master’s, PhD, and Post Doctoral/Research in both German institutes and other participating countries. The objective of the scholarship program is to promote academic excellence and personal development of individuals from developing countries so they can contribute to social and economic progress in their home countries after completion of studies. The scholarship is exclusively designed for applicants from emerging countries such as Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. In this post, we will cover all the details regarding the scholarship that including eligibility criteria, coverage, and application process; therefore, don’t miss out.
Details About KAAD Scholarship 2025
- Host Country: Germany & Others
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Degree level: Graduate, research & PhD
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KAAD Scholarship Coverage
The scholarship offers comprehensive financial support the coverage includes:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
- Health Insurance
- Travel Costs
- German Language Course
- Access to seminars, retreats, mentoring, and alumni events
Types of Scholarships:
The program is offering various scholarships, which are:
1. Programme -1Â
- Postgraduate in Germany: Offers Master’s, PhD, and short-term research in Germany
- In Country: Support full-time master’s degree studies in countries like Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Peru, Guatemala, Jordan, Lebanon, and Zimbabwe.
- Third Country: Support students to study in a selected third country, e.g, Bangkok, Thailand.
2. Programme -2Â
- The scholarship supports students from the Global South who are already pursuing a Master’s, Diplom, or PhD degree in Germany
3. Programme For Eastern Europe
- The scholarship supports master’s, PhD, or short-term research/study stays for candidates from Eastern Europe
4. Adveniat KAAD Programme
- The scholarship is designed to support students from the Caribbean and Latin America currently pursuing Master’s and PhD degree programs in Europe or Latin America
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants meeting the following criteria are invited to apply:
- Applicants from developing or emerging countries (eg, Africa, MENA, Latin America, Eastern Europe)
- Applicants must have completed a minimum bachelor’s degree
- Demonstrate academic achievements, leadership, and commitment
- Return to their home countries after completion of the degree program
Required Documents:
- Updated CV/Resume
- Degree Transcripts
- Language Certificate
- Letter of Motivation
- Letter of Recommendation
- Study or research plan
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How to Apply for the KAAD Scholarship 2025?
Applicants need to determine the program they are interested in applying for (e.g, Programme 1, Programme 2, Eastern Europe, or Adveniat) – check the eligibility requirements for each program, prepare the required documents, and submit your application before the mentioned due date.
Application Deadline
- Programme 1: June 30, 2025
- Programme 2: Varies
Visit the official link below for more details and to apply for the scholarship:
