DAAD University Summer Courses in Germany for All

Applicants are invited to apply for the DAAD University Summer Courses in Germany for Foreign Students and Graduates. The Scholarship programme aims to deepen knowledge of the German language (general language and specialised/technical language) as well as regional and cultural studies of the country.

Germany is a popular destination for international students thanks to its high-quality higher education system and rich cultural offerings. These intensive summer courses provide an excellent opportunity to improve German language skills while experiencing life in Germany.

Programme Details

• Host Institutions: Selected course providers and programs listed on the official DAAD course list (available on the DAAD website).
• Number of awards: Not specified.
• Duration: Four weeks (maximum 5 days per week) with at least 25 teaching hours per week. Courses take place between June and September. The scholarship is not extendable.
• Target group: Students enrolled in undergraduate (bachelor’s) and master’s programs in any subject area at universities outside Germany.

DAAD University Summer Courses Benefits

Selected candidates for this Europe scholarship will receive the following benefits:

1. Full coverage of the language course fees.
2. Provision of accommodation (usually a single room in a student dormitory, shared apartment, or private household) by the course provider for the duration of the course.
3. A one-time allowance of 475 euros.
4. A country-specific travel allowance (for selected countries only).
5. Health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage.

Please note: The one-time allowance and any applicable travel allowance are paid on-site by the course provider (they are not transferred abroad in advance).

DAAD University Summer Courses Eligibility

Application is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Students enrolled in bachelor’s or master’s degree programs in any subject area.
• Bachelor’s students must have completed at least two academic years of university study by the start of the scholarship period.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old when the funded stay begins.
• Applicants must be enrolled at a university in one of the program countries (except Germany) both at the time of application and throughout the entire scholarship period.
• Funding from this program can only be received once.
• Applicants must be able to follow lectures in German and participate in group work.
• Proof of German language skills must be submitted with the application. The minimum required level is A2.
• Accepted language certificates include: onSET-Deutsch, TestDaF, Goethe-Institut Zertifikat, DSD, DSH, telc Deutsch, and ÖSD-Zertifikat (and in some cases the baccalaureate for specialized language courses).
• Language certificates must generally not be older than one year at the time of application. Certificates at level B2 or TestDaF TDN 4 in all sections may be up to two years old.

Application instructions

Interested applicants must apply exclusively via the DAAD online portal during the application period and follow the instructions provided there.

Required Documents

1. Online application form (via the DAAD portal);
2. Complete curriculum vitae in tabular form (in German);
3. Letter of motivation (in German);
4. Transcripts of all university examinations from the last two years with individual grades (with German or English translation if necessary);
5. For undergraduate students: school-leaving certificate with grades (with German or English translation);
6. For Master’s students: last university degree certificate with final grade(s) (with German or English translation);
7. Language certificates (with German or English translation if applicable);
8. Any other documents considered relevant (e.g., internship or employment certificates), with German or English translation if necessary.

Applications can be submitted from 1 September each year. The application deadline is 30 October 2026 at 23:59 Central European Time. Please note that the call for applications will be updated on 1 September 2026. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including the course list and the application portal, please visit the official DAAD page.