DAAD Helmut-Schmidt PPGG Masters Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded for Nigerian & African Students in Germany

The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Scholarship 2027 offers fully funded Masters degrees in Public Policy, Good Governance, and related fields for graduates from developing countries, including African students from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Funded by the German Federal Foreign Office and administered by DAAD, this DAAD PPGG Masters scholarship Germany for African students covers full tuition, a €992/month stipend, health insurance, and travel allowance at 8 German universities.

DAAD Helmut-Schmidt PPGG 2027 Summary

Details

• The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Scholarship 2027 supports well-qualified graduates from developing countries to obtain a Master’s degree in disciplines relevant to social, political, and economic development of their home country
• Programme is funded by the German Federal Foreign Office
• 8 participating German universities offer eligible Master’s courses, check the DAAD database for the full list
• Applications must be submitted in English or German

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a developing country
• Above-average grades (upper third of graduating class)
• Degree in Social and Political Sciences, Law, Economics, Public Policy and Administration, or related fields
• Willingness to actively contribute to the development of your home country or region
• Relevant practical experience: professional work, internships, or political/social commitment
• Must be a national of an eligible country, Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa confirmed eligible (also Asia, Latin America, Middle East & North Africa, Eastern Europe, Central Asia & South Caucasus)

Benefits

• Monthly stipend of €992 for graduates
• Full tuition fee exemption at German universities
• Health insurance contributions in Germany
• Travel allowance to and from Germany
• Study and research subsidy
• Rent subsidies (if applicable)
• Allowances for spouses and/or children (if applicable)
• Mandatory preparatory German language course (up to 6 months)

Required Documents

• Complete DAAD application form (indicating up to two Master’s courses with clear preference ranking)
• Motivation letter (stating preference ranking and reasons for applying)
• Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
• CV with evidence of professional experience, internships, or social/political commitment
• Proof of relevant professional work experience
• Two to three letters of recommendation
• English or German language proficiency proof
• Passport copy

How to Apply (Step by Step)

1. Visit the official DAAD scholarship database: daad.de Helmut-Schmidt Programme
2. Select up to two Master’s courses at participating German universities and indicate a clear preference ranking in your motivation letter
3. Submit your application for the selected Master’s courses AND for the DAAD scholarship directly to the respective universities, NOT to DAAD
4. Clearly indicate you are applying for the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme
5. Submit during the application period: 1 June – 31 July 2026 at all 8 universities
6. Ensure all documents are complete and clear to avoid rejection

Deadline

⚠️ 31 July 2026: Application period: 1 June to 31 July 2026 at all 8 participating universities.

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