Scholarships & Funding Options
Prepare Required Documents
- Overview & Eligibility
- Application Process
- Deadline Information
Deutschlandstipendium (Merit-Based Scholarships)
- Who Can Apply?
- Required Documents
Erasmus+ Funding for Exchange Students
- How Erasmus+ works
- Financial Coverage
Private & University-Specific Scholarships
- Heinrich Böll Foundation
- Konrad Adenauer Foundation
- Friedrich Ebert Foundation
Private & University-Specific Scholarships
- Part-time jobs for students
- Student Work Visa Rules
DAAD Scholarships: The Most Popular Funding Option
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is one of the largest scholarship providers for international students. It offers fully funded and partially funded scholarships for various study programs in Germany.
- Available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD studentsy
- Covers tuition fees, monthly stipend (€934 for master’s, €1,200 for PhD), health insurance, and travel costs
- Requires excellent academic performance & research potential
Overview & Eligibility
- Choose a DAAD-supported program
- Prepare required documents (CV, motivation letter, academic transcripts)
- Apply via the DAAD portal or the respective university
Application Process
- Varies based on the program (usually between October and December)
- More Info DAAD Scholarship Website
Deadline Information
Deutschlandstipendium: Merit-Based Scholarships
This is a prestigious scholarship program funded by the German government, private donors, and universities.
- Open to both German and international students
- Requires outstanding academic performance, social engagement, and leadership skills
Who Can Apply?
Required Documents
- Academic transcripts
- Motivation letter
- Proof of extracurricular activities (if applicable)
Benefits
- Recipients receive €300 per month (€150 from the government + €150 from private sponsors)
- Scholarship is granted for at least one year and can be extended
More Info Deutschlandstipendium Website
Erasmus+ Funding: Exchange Scholarships for International Students
The Erasmus+ program provides funding for students who want to study in Europe as part of an exchange program.
- Available for Master’s and Bachelor’s exchange students
- Provides tuition fee waivers & a monthly stipend (€850–€1,000 depending on the country)
- Partnered with various German universities
How Erasmus+ works
Financial Coverage
- Covers living expenses, health insurance, and travel costs
- Funding duration: 3 to 12 months
More Info Erasmus+ Program
Private & University-Specific Scholarships
Many German foundations and universities offer financial aid for international students, including Pakistani applicants.
- Supports students in environmental sciences, social sciences, and political studies
- Covers tuition fees & monthly stipend
Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship
More Info Heinrich Böll Foundation
Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship
- Focuses on students in law, political science, and economics
- Requires social/political engagement and leadership skills
More Info Konrad Adenauer Stiftung
Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship
- Awards socially committed students who demonstrate academic excellence
- Monthly stipend: €750 (Bachelor’s), €850 (Master’s), €1,200 (PhD)
More Info Friedrich Ebert Stiftung
Work-Study Options in Germany
Many international students in Germany work part-time to cover living expenses.
- Students can work 120 full days or 240 half days per year
- Common jobs include teaching assistant, research assistant, retail, and hospitality
- Average student salary: €10-15 per hour
Part-Time Jobs for Students
- Students DO NOT need a separate work visa if they work within the allowed hours
- If students want to work more than the limit, they must apply for a special work permit