KAS Scholarship for International Students in Germany

Each year the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) awards funding to international students pursuing degree courses or doctoral research at German universities. The KAS scholarship for international students goes beyond money: it places recipients within a wider network of scholars committed to democracy, dialogue and social responsibility.

If you plan to study a Masters or PhD in Germany and want structured academic support alongside your funding, this programme is designed with you in mind.

About the KAS Scholarship

KAS is a German political foundation with a long record of supporting talented students who show both strong academic ability and active civic engagement. The programme is run in cooperation with the DAAD scholarship database, where full details and application access are published.

Host Institution(s)

The programme is offered by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, a German foundation that supports scholars alongside its wider political education work. You do not study at KAS itself. Instead, you enrol at a recognised higher education institution in Germany, and KAS provides the funding and mentoring. The specific host university depends on the degree course or PhD programme you are admitted to.

Level/Field(s) of Study

The KAS scholarship for international students supports two levels of study. First, it funds students in degree courses, which covers Masters-level programmes at German universities. Second, it supports candidates enrolled in PhD programmes. The available information does not restrict the scholarship to particular academic fields, so applicants across a broad range of subjects may be eligible. Because field eligibility is not stated in detail, confirm your discipline against the official requirements before applying.

Number of Scholarships Available

The exact number of awards granted each year is not specified. KAS states that it awards scholarships annually to international students, but it does not publish a fixed quota here. Treat the programme as competitive, since selection is based on academic merit and civic engagement rather than a guaranteed number of slots.

Target Group

The programme is aimed primarily at international students and doctoral candidates who intend to study in Germany. In other words, it targets applicants from outside Germany who have secured, or are seeking, admission to a German higher education institution. This makes it directly relevant to students from Africa and other regions who want a funded route into German Masters or PhD study. Beyond nationality, KAS looks for candidates who combine academic strength with a clear commitment to social and political responsibility.

Scholarship Value, Inclusions and Duration

KAS scholarships typically include a monthly stipend to cover living costs during your studies in Germany. In addition, the foundation offers a programme of seminars and mentoring that supports scholars academically and personally throughout their time in the country. However, the precise stipend amount, any additional allowances, and the exact funding duration are not detailed here. Because these figures can change from year to year, you should verify the current value, inclusions and duration directly through the official application platform before you apply.

Eligibility

The available information sets out the following core conditions:

• You must be an international student, meaning you come from outside Germany.
• You must be enrolled in, or seeking admission to, a degree course or PhD programme at a higher education institution in Germany.
• The programme covers Masters-level and doctoral study, so your intended qualification should fall within these levels.
• KAS also expects strong academic performance and demonstrated social or political engagement, in line with the foundation’s values.

Some additional requirements, such as language proficiency or minimum grades, are not fully specified here. For that reason, check the detailed criteria on the official page before submitting anything.

Application Instructions

Applications are handled through the DAAD scholarship database, where KAS publishes the full programme entry. To apply, first open the official page linked below and read the complete requirements for the KAS scholarship for international students. Next, prepare the documents the foundation requests, which usually include academic records, proof of admission or enrolment, and evidence of your engagement outside the classroom. Then follow the application route described on the official page.

A specific application deadline is not stated in the information available. Because KAS runs the programme every year, deadlines can shift between cycles. Therefore, confirm the current deadline on the official page and submit well before it, rather than relying on a fixed date here.

Official Website

For full details and to apply, visit the official page: KAS scholarship on the DAAD scholarship database.