KAAD Scholarships 2026 – Fully Funded Catholic Programme for Master’s & PhD (Germany & Beyond)

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Summary:

The KAAD Scholarships support students from the Global South and Eastern Europe for Master’s and PhD studies, either in Germany, in their home country, or in a third country. The programme targets academically strong candidates with professional experience, social commitment, and openness to interreligious dialogue. Funding typically covers tuition, living expenses, and academic support. Some tracks require nomination through Catholic university chaplaincies. It is ideal for students pursuing postgraduate studies with a focus on development, leadership, and societal impact.

Host Organization

KAAD
(Catholic Academic Exchange Service)

Level of Study

• Master’s

• PhD

• Research stays / postgraduate studies

Eligible Regions

• Global South

• Eastern Europe

• Refugee candidates in selected locations

Scholarship Programme 1

✔ Invitation Programme

• For postgraduates & professionals

• Funded postgraduate study or research in Germany

✔ In-Country Programme

Available in:

• Ethiopia

• Ghana

• Guatemala

• Jordan

• Kenya

• Lebanon

• Peru

• Zimbabwe

➡ Supports Master’s studies in your home country

✔ Third-Country Programme

• Study in a selected country different from your own

• Example: Myanmar students studying in Thailand

• Also available for refugees (e.g., Syrians in Lebanon/Jordan)

Scholarship Programme 2

• For students from the Global South already studying in Germany

• For Master’s or PhD

• Requires nomination by a Catholic university chaplaincy

Eastern Europe Programme

• Supports:

  • Master’s

  • PhD

  • Short research stays in Germany

• Run with regional partner committees

Funding (Typical KAAD Benefits)

• Monthly stipend

• Tuition support (where applicable)

• Accommodation & living costs

• German language training

• Academic & spiritual mentoring

• Access to the KAAD international network

Core Eligibility (General)

• From an eligible country

• Above-average academic performance

• Relevant work/professional experience

• Commitment to social development

• Openness to interreligious dialogue

• Intention to return to the home country after studies

How to Apply

Application routes depend on the programme:

• Via KAAD partner committees in your home country

• Through Catholic chaplaincies (for Programme 2)

• Direct KAAD application (in some cases)

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the KAAD Scholarships 2026