DAAD Study Scholarships – Master Studies (USA and Canada)
DAAD monthly scholarship for US and Canadian graduates to study a master's in Germany: €992 a month, insurance and allowances (tuition not covered).
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Germany
Funding
€992 a month, a yearly study allowance of €460, health, accident and liability insurance, and language course support. Tuition is not covered.
Eligible applicants
US and Canadian applicants
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Overview
DAAD Study Scholarships – Master Studies (USA and Canada) is offered by DAAD for Master’s study in Germany. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Official application form or online applicationRequired
What this scholarship covers
€992 a month
Included
Study allowance of €460 a year
Included
Health, accident and liability insurance
Included
Travel allowance, on application
May be included
Rent subsidy and family allowance, where eligible
May be included
German language course support
Included
Tuition fees
Not included
€992 a month, a yearly study allowance of €460, health, accident and liability insurance, and language course support. Tuition is not covered. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- US or Canadian citizens or permanent residents, or foreign nationals living there with a US or Canadian degree.
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of the United States or Canada, subject to the current call’s country list.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Germany
Official eligibility summary
US or Canadian citizens or permanent residents (or foreign nationals living there whose last degree is from the US or Canada) with a first degree by the start of funding, for a master's or one study year in Germany.
Applicant profile
- US and Canadian applicants
Study route
- Master’s study in Germany
Current-cycle criteria
- US or Canadian citizens or permanent residents (or foreign nationals living there whose last degree is from the US or Canada) with a first degree by the start of funding, for a master's or one study year in Germany.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Academic and identity documents requested in the current call
- Admission, language, or recommendation evidence where required
How to apply
- 1
Register on the DAAD portal.
- 2
Submit your application in the DAAD portal by October 30, 2026.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Applications for 2027/28 are open until October 30, 2026 (24:00 CET).
The listed deadline is October 30, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
DAAD
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is October 30, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.