DAAD Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Scholarship (FES) in Germany | Fully Funded

Summary

Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Scholarship Programme in Germany is for the promotion of young talent and has been one of the founding principles of the FES. The Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Scholarship students receive a monthly base amount of 934 EUR. In addition, costs for health insurance are funded, and scholars with a child receive an allowance of 160 EUR per month. With the foundation of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in 1925, the first scholarships were awarded to particularly talented young individuals from a working-class milieu who were taking an active part in the young democracy of the Weimar Republic.

Benefits

• 934 € per month (basic scholarship programme) / 1.200 € per month (graduate scholarship programme)

• 276 € of family allowance, if applicable

• Refund of health care costs

• Any income exceeding 400 € per month will be credited against the scholarship.

Eligibilities

The eligibility criteria include:

• Required Languages: English / German

• Eligible Countries: Gifted students from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe

• The candidates’ aptitudes and personalities show excellent promise for an academic or professional career.

• Admission to study or enrolment at a state or state-recognized higher-education institution in Germany

• Sufficient knowledge of German, although the courses are held in English.

• Candidates are expected to show commitment to the values of social democracy.

• Above-average performance in school and studies

• Personality – we are looking for applicants with the following:

  - Political thinking

  - Thirst for knowledge

  - Tolerance and openness

  - Team orientation

  - Critical ability

  - Self reflection

Deadline The application deadline is currently unspecified

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