Are you a Nigerian graduate or final-year student dreaming of studying in Germany? The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is now accepting applications for its fully funded 2025 Master’s and PhD scholarships — a golden opportunity for academically outstanding Nigerian students.
About the DAAD Scholarship
The DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) offers over 100,000 scholarships annually to international students. Nigerian applicants are among the top beneficiaries from Africa.
The scholarship covers full tuition, monthly living expenses, travel allowance, health insurance, language training, and more — making it one of the most attractive scholarships globally.
✅ What the Scholarship Covers
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✔️ Full tuition fees at German public universities
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✔️ Monthly stipend:
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€934 for Master’s students
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€1,200 for PhD students
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✔️ Travel allowance from Nigeria to Germany
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✔️ Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
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✔️ 6-month German language course (if required)
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✔️ Accommodation support or allowance
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✔️ Possible funding for family members (in some cases)
Eligible Courses / Fields of Study
DAAD Scholarships are open to almost all academic disciplines, including:
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Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
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Environmental Sciences
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Public Policy and Administration
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Media and Communication
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Agriculture and Forestry
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Social Sciences
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Economics and Business
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Natural Sciences
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Architecture
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Development Studies
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Data Science, AI, and Digitalization
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify as a Nigerian applicant:
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Must be a Nigerian citizen or resident
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Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (second class upper minimum) or be in final year
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⏳ Master’s programs: completed your first degree within the past 6 years
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PhD applicants must hold a Master’s degree and have research experience
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️ Language requirement:
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English-taught programs: IELTS/TOEFL may be needed
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German-taught programs: German proficiency (up to B1 or B2)
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Have at least 2 years of relevant work experience (for most development-related programs)
Required Documents
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DAAD online application form
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Curriculum Vitae (in Europass format)
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Academic transcripts and certificates
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Proof of work experience (e.g., employment letter)
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Motivation letter (1–2 pages)
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Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
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Two academic reference letters
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Proof of language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/German)
Application Procedure
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Choose a course from the official DAAD database: https://www.daad.de/en/study-and-research-in-germany/scholarships/
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Prepare your application documents.
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Apply directly on the DAAD scholarship portal: https://portal.daad.de
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If needed, send hard copies to the university or DAAD office.
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Await interview or shortlisting email.
️ Application Deadline
⚠️ Deadline: Varies by course and program, but many close between August – October 2025.
So it’s best to start your application as early as possible!
Why You Should Apply
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Zero tuition fees
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World-class education in one of Europe’s most innovative countries
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Opportunity to network with global scholars
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Access to top research labs, scholarships for family members, and job opportunities after graduation
Apply Now
Visit the official DAAD Scholarship database to get started:
https://www.daad.de/en/study-and-research-in-germany/scholarships/
Final Tips for Nigerians
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Start your application early and get your documents in order.
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Your motivation letter is crucial – tell a strong story.
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Prepare for a possible virtual or embassy interview.
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Consider applying to 2–3 DAAD-eligible programs for more chances.
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