Granting Organization
Name: Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS)
Type: Political organization based on Christian democratic principles.
Mission: Promotes democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law worldwide.
Country:
Location: Germany
Target Students: International students pursuing Master’s and Doctoral studies in Germany.
Program Objective:
To support international students in their postgraduate studies at German universities, encourage intercultural dialogue, and promote global cooperation.
Scholarship Benefits:
Master’s Students:
850 € per month for up to 2 years.
Doctoral Students:
1,200 € per month for up to 3 years.
Health Insurance: Up to 120 € per month subsidy.
Family Allowance: 276 € per month for a spouse, and 194 € per month for each child living with the student in Germany.
Additional Support: Access to a global alumni network, academic conferences, and career guidance.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age: Must be under 30 years old at the time of application.
- Academic Qualifications: Must have a strong academic record.
- Language Proficiency: Minimum B2 level in German.
- Social Engagement: Must have volunteer or social engagement experience.
- Interests: Must demonstrate an interest in political issues, human rights, and democratic values.
- No Previous PhD: Applicants who already hold a PhD are not eligible.
Required Documents:
For Master’s Students:
Application form, CV, motivation letter, academic certificates and transcripts, university admission letter, two recommendation letters (academic and personal), photograph.
For Doctoral Students:
Application form, detailed thesis description, recommendation letter from the thesis supervisor, confirmation of supervision.
Eligible Countries:
Primarily targets students from countries in political transition or developing economies.
International students from other countries can also apply.
Application Process:
International Selection: Open to applicants from specific regions (e.g., Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, Latin America) based on the year’s focus.
National Selection: For students living or studying in Germany through the KAS Campus portal.
Application Deadline:
National Procedure: July 15th of each year.
Additional Information:
For more details and to apply, visit the official KAS website.
FAQs :
Who is eligible to apply for the KAS Scholarship?
Applicants must have a university degree.
Applicants must be under 30 years old at the time of application.
A strong academic record is required.
Proficiency in the German language at a minimum level of B2 is necessary.
Volunteer or social engagement experience is mandatory.
A strong interest in political issues, human rights, and democratic values is essential.
Applicants must have a clear plan to pursue their studies at a German university.
What types of KAS scholarships are offered?
KAS offers fully funded scholarships for Master’s and PhD studentsMaster’s students
receive 850 € per month for 2 years.
PhD students receive 1,200 € per month for 3 years.
Additional allowances for health insurance, family, and children are available if applicable.
What documents are required to apply for the scholarship?
For Master’s students: Application form, CV, motivation letter, academic certificates, academic transcripts, university admission letter, two recommendation letters (academic and personal), and a recent passport photo.
For PhD students: Application form, detailed description of the doctoral thesis, recommendation letter from the thesis supervisor, and confirmation of supervision.