2026 DAAD AgEcon Scholarship in Germany | Fully Funded Master’s Program for Students from Developing Countries
The 2026 DAAD AgEcon Scholarships for Developing Countries offer a fully funded opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics at the University of Hohenheim in Germany. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Requirements:
- Citizen of a developing country
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience post-Bachelor’s degree
- Academic degrees should be less than 6 years old
- Development-related motivations and intentions
- Must not have resided in Germany for longer than 15 months by the application deadline
- Bachelor’s degree in a related subject with above-average results
- English proficiency: IELTS academic (overall Band 6.5) or TOEFL ibt (90)
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full Tuition Fees Coverage: Tuition fees waived for the 2-year Agricultural Economics Master’s program
- Monthly Stipend: €992 for graduates or €1,300 (€1,400 beginning with February 2026) for doctoral candidates
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for peace of mind
- Travel Allowance: Travel costs to Germany and back, as well as for research
- Additional Benefits: Possible monthly rent subsidy and family allowance
Application Process:
- Visit the Scholarship Webpage: Click the link to access the application portal
- Apply for Admission: Apply for admission to the AgEcon program at the University of Hohenheim through the HohCampus portal
- Submit Required Documents: Email the DAAD EPOS scholarship application documents to agecon@uni-hohenheim.de, including:
– Application Form: Signed and dated DAAD application form
– Up-to-Date CV: Europass CV in reverse chronological order
– Motivation Letter: Maximum 2 pages, with date of issue
– Employer Recommendation: From current employer
– Certificate(s) of Employment: Prove current employment
– Proof of English Proficiency: IELTS or TOEFL scores
– Diploma & Transcript of Records: Copies in original form, with certified translations
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline:Â December 15, 2025
- Programme Start:Â Expected to start in 2026, exact dates may vary
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