Introduction
The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Scholarship Programme for Developing Countries underscores the commitment to fostering young talent, a foundational principle of the FES. Since its establishment in 1925, the FES has been awarding scholarships to exceptionally talented young individuals from working-class backgrounds actively engaged in the burgeoning democracy of the Weimar Republic.
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship Overview
- Funding: Full Scholarship, 1,200 € per month, Health Care Allowance
- Deadline: Not Specified
- Alerts: For scholarship updates on WhatsApp, click HERE.
- Host Country: Germany
- Study Destination: Europe
- Scholarship Types: Postgraduate, Masters | PhD
- Open to: All Developing Countries
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship Information
The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) provides support for students across all academic disciplines. This encompasses students from public or state-approved universities, as well as those from universities of applied sciences or polytechnic colleges offering postgraduate programs.
Eligibility Criteria for 2024 Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- Admission to study or enrollment at a state or state-recognized higher-education institution in Germany.
- Adequate proficiency in German, even though courses are conducted in English.
- Display commitment to the values of social democracy.
- Above-average academic performance in both school and previous studies.
- Required Languages: English / German
- Eligible Countries: Talented students from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe
- Demonstrated exceptional potential for an academic or professional career based on aptitudes and personalities.
Desirable Personal Traits: Political Thinking, Eagerness for Knowledge, Tolerance and Openness, Team Orientation, Critical Thinking Ability, and Self-Reflection.
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Benefits of 2024 Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship
Recipients of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship enjoy the following benefits:
- Reimbursement of health care costs.
- Any income exceeding 400 € per month will be deducted from the scholarship amount.
- 934 € per month (basic scholarship program) / 1,200 € per month (graduate scholarship program).
- 276 € family allowance, if applicable.
Expectations
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) anticipates scholarship holders to:
- Actively engage in extra-curricular seminars and activities organized by FES campus groups regularly.
- Attain above-average results in their academic courses.
- Sustain and enhance their socio-political involvement.
HOW TO APPLY : CLICK HERE APPLICATION FORM
