Friedrich Naumann Master’s Scholarship 2026 in Germany – €992 Monthly Funding
You have 17 days left to apply!
- Country
- Germany
- Level
- Master
- Funding
- Fully funded
- Deadline
- 2026-10-31
Country
Germany
Level
Master
Funding
Fully funded
Deadline
2026-10-31
Language
Other
Overview
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom offers a scholarship to international students from outside the European Union who wish to pursue a full-time master’s degree or the main stage of a State Examination programme in Germany.
The scholarship targets students with very good academic results who demonstrate social, political or voluntary engagement and an interest in freedom, responsibility and an open society.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Be an international student from outside the European Union.
Are you eligible?
Check the main criteria before you apply.
- Be an international student from outside the European Union.
- Be studying or planning to study Master's or State Examination program in a German university.
- Enroll in a full-time program at a state-recognized or public university in Germany.
- Have at least two semesters remaining until completion of studies at the scholarship start.
- Demonstrate very good to excellent academic performance.
- Show clear social, political, or voluntary commitment.
- Possess a strong personality and interest in liberal values, freedom, and social responsibility.
- Have German language proficiency at minimum B2 level.
- For PhD students: hold unconditional admission to a doctoral program and have a clear research project.
What the scholarship covers
Tuition fees
Included
Monthly stipend
992 EUR
Accommodation
Included
Required documents
CV / résumé
Motivation letter
Diplomas & transcripts
Passport
Language certificate
How to apply
- 1
From 1 to 30 April .
- 2
From 1 to 31 October .
- 3
Applications open
1 October 2026 .
- 4
Application deadline
31 October 2026 at 11:59 p.m. German time .
- 5
Confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements.
- 6
Prepare a curriculum vitae of no more than two pages.
- 7
Prepare your passport and the pages showing your visa or residence status.
- 8
Prepare your bachelor’s degree certificate and academic transcripts.
Important dates
- 1Closing soon
2026-10-31
Deadline
Frequently asked questions
Is the scholarship fully funded?
No. The Foundation does not describe the programme as fully funded. Confirmed benefits include the monthly scholarship, health insurance, possible family allowances and non-financial support.
Is a B2 German certificate mandatory?
No. The Foundation does not require a B2 certificate or a specific language test. However, knowledge of German is necessary for the interview and participation in the Foundation’s programmes.
Can I apply to a programme taught in English?
Yes, but applicants must still have sufficient knowledge of German.
Can the documents be submitted in English?
Yes. The official document guide permits documents to be submitted in German or English.
Is university admission required?
Yes. A university admission letter or certificate of enrolment is among the required documents for master’s applicants.
Do applicants have to belong to a political party?
No. Applicants are not required to be members of the German Free Democratic Party or any other political party.
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