Study-In-Germany: 2023 Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Scholarship Programme for Developing Countries


Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Scholarship Programme for Developing Countries is for the promotion of young talent has been one of the founding principles of the FES.

At the time when Friedrich Ebert was elected as the first president of the Weimar Republic, it was almost impossible for talented children from socially disadvantaged backgrounds to study at universities or take part in research programmes.

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.

Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Germany
  • Eligible Countries: All Developing Countries 
  • Reward: Full Scholarship | 1,200 € per month | Family Allowance | Health Care Allowance 
  • Deadline: Not Specified 

Scholarship Requirements:

To be considered for the scholarship, you must meet the following:

  • 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. This means a ‘Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang’ of at least DSH level 2, a ‘Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache’ of at least level 4 or a ‘Zertifikat C 1’ by a Goethe Institute
  • 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 

Scholarship Duration and Reward

Foreign scholarship holders receive:

  • 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.
Click the link below to apply 

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