Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships
Heinrich Böll Foundation scholarships for international master's and PhD students in Germany who completed their previous degree abroad; priority for applicants from developing countries.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s, PhD
Destination
Germany
Funding
Stipend / comprehensive
Eligible applicants
International students (DAC countries prioritised)
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Overview
Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships is offered by Heinrich Böll Foundation for Master’s, PhD study in Germany. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Stipend / comprehensive
Included
Exact coverage and exclusions depend on the current official call
May be included
Stipend / comprehensive. 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
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
Foundation scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- International students who completed their previous degree abroad; priority for DAC-country applicants not yet living in Germany.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
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
International students who completed their first degree abroad and apply before a master's in Germany, or who completed a graduate degree abroad and apply for a PhD in Germany. Applicants from DAC countries who have not yet moved to Germany get priority.
Applicant profile
- International students (DAC countries prioritised)
Study route
- Master’s, PhD study in Germany
Current-cycle criteria
- International students who completed their first degree abroad and apply before a master's in Germany, or who completed a graduate degree abroad and apply for a PhD in Germany. Applicants from DAC countries who have not yet moved to Germany get priority.
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
- Application checklist for students (PDF) or for PhD candidates (PDF)
- Further documents listed in the checklist
How to apply
- 1
Read the eligibility rules and the checklist for your programme
- 2
Submit the online application during the application window
Application timeline
Application cycle
The spring 2027 round runs from 15 January to 1 March 2027; the fall 2027 round from 15 July to 1 September 2027.
The listed deadline is March 1, 2027. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Heinrich Böll Foundation
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 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 March 1, 2027. 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.