Hilde Domin Programme
by DAAD, funded by Federal Foreign Office - nomination via MLU International Office
Stipend
EUR 992/month (Master) or EUR 1,400/month (doctorate), plus health/nursing/accident/liability insurance, travel allowance, and German language course (2-6 months)
Duration
Course of study/research stay per qualification
Level
Master, Doctorate
Overview
Support for students and doctoral candidates from anywhere in the world at risk of being formally or de facto denied educational or other rights in their country of origin, enabling them to begin or complete a degree in Germany.
Provider
DAAD, funded by Federal Foreign Office - nomination via MLU International Office
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
At-risk persons from eligible countries; candidates cannot apply independently - nominated by MLU
Degree Levels
Master, Doctorate
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 992/month (Master) or EUR 1,400/month (doctorate), plus health/nursing/accident/liability insurance, travel allowance, and German language course (2-6 months)
Eligibility Requirements
Credible demonstration of threat to personal well-being/safety or denial of civil and educational rights in country of origin.
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Travel Allowance
Contribution toward flights to and from Germany
Health Insurance
Mandatory health, accident, and liability insurance
Language Course
German language course before or during studies
In the provider's words
- living expenses
- insurance
- travel
- language course
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
Verify you meet the nationality, degree level, academic, and language requirements listed above.
Prepare Documents
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, letters of recommendation, language certificates, and motivation letter.
Find a Programme
Identify the German university and programme you want to study. Some scholarships require university admission before applying.
Submit Application
Apply through the official application portal before the deadline. Upload all required documents as PDFs.
Interview & Selection
If shortlisted, attend an interview (may be online). Selection committees assess academic merit, motivation, and fit.
Receive Decision
Scholarship decisions typically arrive 3-6 months after the deadline. If awarded, complete visa and enrolment procedures.
Application Document Checklist
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae (CV / resume)
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Bachelor's or Master's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts with grades
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, TestDaF, or DSH)
- Letter(s) of recommendation from university professors
- Valid passport copy
- Passport-sized photograph
- University admission letter (if already accepted)
Note: Exact document requirements vary. Always check the official scholarship page for the definitive list.
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Quick Facts
- Amount
- EUR 992/month (Master) or EUR 1,400/month (doctorate), plus health/nursing/accident/liability insurance, travel allowance, and German language course (2-6 months)
- Duration
- Course of study/research stay per qualification
- Degree Levels
- Master Doctorate
- Who Can Apply
- At-risk persons from eligible countries; candidates cannot apply independently - nominated by MLU
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hilde Domin Programme
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