DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance)
Fully fundedDAAD
What it covers
- Tuition fees
- Living stipend
- Return flights
- Health insurance
~€992/month stipend; tuition exemption; travel allowance; health insurance; German language course
Who can apply
- Nationality
- Developing & emerging countries (W/C/SE Europe, Eastern Europe, Central Asia & S. Caucasus, MENA)
- Study levels
- Master's
Where you can study
Destinations this scheme's funding covers. Linked destinations have a full country page.
Application cycles
Verified open/close dates from the official scheme. Always reconfirm on the official site before applying.
| Cycle | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027/28 | 1 Jun 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | Apply to the participating master’s course university (not DAAD) by 31 July 2026; results December 2026/January 2027; up to 6 months of German courses before studies begin September/October 2027 |
Frequently asked questions
Is DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) fully funded?
Yes — DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) is a fully funded scholarship, covering tuition fees, living stipend, return flights, health insurance.
What does DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) cover?
~€992/month stipend; tuition exemption; travel allowance; health insurance; German language course
Who can apply for DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance)?
Developing & emerging countries (W/C/SE Europe, Eastern Europe, Central Asia & S. Caucasus, MENA).
When is the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) application deadline?
The next cycle (2027/28) closes 31 Jul 2026. Always reconfirm on the official site.
Where can I study with DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance)?
DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) funds study in Germany.
Data verified 15 Jul 2026
Rule-based summary of verified data — not a guarantee of eligibility. Coverage, amounts and dates change; always confirm on the official page. Global Study Prep is independent and not affiliated with any scholarship programme.