SAFE Project (Supporting At-Risk Scholars with Fellowships in Europe)
Stipend
Fellowship for up to 24 months (amount per host country)
Duration
Up to 24 months
Level
Doctorate, Postdoc
Deadline
Pilot project - no further calls planned
Overview
The SAFE project (pilot, launched September 2024) supports at-risk scholars with fellowships at European universities for up to 24 months. Collaboration between DAAD, Campus France, UNIMED and PAUSE. No further calls planned at this time. Referenced on University of Cologne at-risk scholar support page.
Provider
DAAD, Campus France, UNIMED, PAUSE programme (Collège de France), coordinated by University of Cologne
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
At-risk scholars (per SAFE criteria)
Degree Levels
Doctorate, Postdoc
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Fellowship for up to 24 months (amount per host country)
Eligibility Requirements
- At-risk scholars
- research continuation at European university
- pilot project - no further calls planned.
What This Scholarship Covers
Research Allowance
Additional funds for research materials and activities
In the provider's words
- fellowship for at-risk scholars at European universities
- research continuation support
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
- Fellowship for up to 24 months (amount per host country)
- Duration
- Up to 24 months
- Degree Levels
- Doctorate Postdoc
- Deadline
- Pilot project - no further calls planned
- Who Can Apply
- At-risk scholars (per SAFE criteria)
Frequently Asked Questions About the SAFE Project (Supporting At-Risk Scholars with Fellowships in Europe)
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