Germany Scholarships Without IELTS 2027
Offered by DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
Rolling — no deadline
Fully funded and partially funded scholarships for international students to study undergraduate, master’s, PhD or postdoctoral programmes in Germany in 2027 without needing IELTS.
Overview
Germany offers a wide range of scholarships for 2027 that waive the IELTS requirement. These awards are open to applicants of any nationality and cover tuition, living costs and additional benefits.
- Eligibility: International students at any academic level – bachelor, master, PhD or post‑doctoral – across most fields of study.
- Financial package: May include full or partial tuition waivers, monthly living stipends, accommodation support, health insurance and travel allowances.
- English proficiency: Accepted via a Medium of Instruction certificate or university‑specific language assessments instead of IELTS/TOEFL.
Application roadmap
- Identify German universities that admit without IELTS and offer your chosen programme.
- Obtain a Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate from your previous institution.
- Prepare core documents: academic CV, personal statement, certified transcripts and recommendation letters.
- Submit applications directly through the university or the relevant scholarship body, following each programme’s deadline.
Benefits
- Tuition fees fully or partially covered.
- Monthly stipend to meet daily living expenses.
- Subsidised housing or accommodation allowance.
- Comprehensive health insurance throughout the study period.
- Travel grant for one‑way or round‑trip flights.
How to apply
Steps
- Research: Look for German universities that accept MOI certificates and list the scholarships they offer.
- Document collection: Request an official MOI certificate, gather academic transcripts, and ask referees for recommendation letters.
- Prepare application materials: Write a tailored personal statement, update your CV, and compile any required forms.
- Submit: Apply through the university’s portal or the DAAD scholarship platform before the programme‑specific deadline.
- Follow‑up: Monitor email for interview invitations or additional requests from the scholarship committee.
What you will need
- CV or résumé
- Personal statement
- Transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Other
Eligibility notes
Applicants must provide an alternative proof of English proficiency such as a Medium of Instruction certificate; no IELTS score is required.
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