Hesse State Scholarships in Germany – Academic and Research Scholarships – Full and Partial Funding
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The German state of Hesse is home to several prestigious universities and research centers, such as Justus Liebig University Giessen, Goethe University Frankfurt, and Darmstadt University of Technology. These institutions are known for their high-quality education, diverse academic programs, and support for students and researchers from around the world, including Arab students, through national, regional, and international funding programs.
The state of Hesse offers a range of scholarships for international students, including Arabs, at the bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and even researcher levels. These scholarships provide full or partial funding to cover tuition fees and living expenses, aiming to support academic excellence, scientific research, and opportunities to integrate into an advanced learning environment.
Application Deadlines:
- HessenFonds: University nominations deadline – August 15, 2025.
- Graduation Scholarship – University of Giessen: Deadlines set internally by the university, usually before the start of each semester.
- STIBET (DAAD): March 1 and September 15 annually.
- Deutschlandstipendium: Deadlines vary by university, usually in spring or fall.
Available Scholarships for Arab Students:
- HessenFonds for Refugees and Researchers at Risk.
- Graduation Scholarship – Justus Liebig University Giessen.
- STIBET (DAAD) Short-term Scholarships.
- Deutschlandstipendium.
Benefits
- Full or partial tuition coverage.
- Monthly stipends ranging from €300 to €2,300 depending on the program and study level.
- Travel and field research support in some programs.
- Opportunity to combine study with participation in advanced research activities.
Eligibility criteria
- Must be an international student from outside the European Union (including Arab countries).
- Admission to one of Hesse’s universities.
- Meeting academic excellence criteria or demonstrating financial need (depending on the scholarship).
- For certain programs: refugee status, being a researcher at risk in the home country, or being in the final stage of studies.