DAAD Summer Scholarship 2027: Fully Funded University Summer Courses in Germany

Overview

The DAAD Summer Scholarship 2027, officially University Summer Courses offered in Germany for Foreign Students and Graduates, funds international Bachelor's and Master's students to attend a university summer course of about four weeks in Germany. It is funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and combines intensive German-language learning with cultural and academic experiences. It is open to all fields of study and there is no application fee.

What you get

The award supports participation in an approved summer course and can include scholarship funding, a travel allowance and support related to accommodation and course participation. Exact amounts vary by the applicant's country and the applicable call. Activities depend on the course and can include German-language classes, speaking exercises, academic learning, cultural activities, excursions and contact with international students.

Who can apply

The programme is aimed at university students from eligible countries who are enrolled when they apply and during the scholarship period. Both undergraduate and Master's students can be considered, from any discipline such as engineering, business, medicine, law, social sciences, natural sciences or the arts and humanities. Undergraduates are expected to have completed a set period of university study before the course begins, and the details depend on the applicant's country.

Requirements

Applicants need enough German to take part in lectures and group activities. The required level differs by country and call, and proof of language proficiency must be provided. Documents may include a CV, academic transcripts, proof of enrolment, a German-language certificate, academic certificates, a motivation statement and other country-specific papers.

How to apply

Applicants check that their country is eligible, review the requirements for their country, choose summer-course preferences, complete the online application in the DAAD application system, upload all documents and submit.

Key dates

Applications open on 1 September 2026 and close on 30 October 2026 at 23:59 CET.