Applications are now open for the DAAD HAW.International Scholarship 2027–28, a fully funded opportunity for students enrolled at German Universities of Applied Sciences (HAWs) who wish to complete a study semester or conduct thesis research abroad.
Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the scholarship supports international academic mobility by covering travel, living expenses, insurance, and other costs associated with studying or conducting research outside Germany.
DAAD HAW.International Scholarship 2027–28 Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Funded By: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
- Study Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, Diploma
- Eligible Countries: Students enrolled at eligible German Universities of Applied Sciences (HAWs)
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
About the DAAD HAW.International Scholarship
The HAW.International Scholarship enables students studying at German Universities of Applied Sciences to gain international academic and professional experience through a study semester or thesis-related stay abroad.
The programme promotes intercultural competence, international collaboration, and practical learning by supporting students undertaking approved academic activities at partner institutions or research locations outside Germany.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants may receive:
- Monthly scholarship based on the destination country
- Travel allowance
- Health insurance
- Accident insurance
- Personal liability insurance
- Contribution towards tuition fees (subject to country-specific limits)
- Local transportation support for eligible thesis projects
- Contribution towards language course fees
- Additional financial support for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses
- Family allowance for accompanying spouse, partner, or children (where applicable)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled at a German University of Applied Sciences (HAW).
- Be studying in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Diploma programme.
- Remain enrolled at their German university throughout the scholarship period.
- Plan to complete an approved study semester or thesis-related research stay abroad.
- Demonstrate a clear academic purpose for the international mobility.
- Meet all DAAD programme requirements.
How to Apply
To apply for the DAAD HAW.International Scholarship:
- Visit the official DAAD scholarship portal.
- Review the HAW.International programme guidelines and eligibility requirements.
- Prepare all required application documents.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all supporting documents.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
- Successful applicants are expected to receive selection results in January 2027.
📋 Required Documents
- Current academic transcripts
- Motivation Letter
- Language proficiency certificate (if required by the host institution)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Completed online application form
- Proof of enrolment at a German University of Applied Sciences
- Study plan or thesis proposal (where applicable)
- Letter of invitation or acceptance from the host institution (if required)
- Any additional supporting documents specified in the DAAD application guidelines