Scholarship
DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme
Supports postgraduate (Master’s) and doctoral studies at highly qualified institutions within the home region (In-Region) or home country (In-Country) to foster sustainable development and train future university teachers. Specific programs are hosted by institutions like Jimma University.
About this scholarship
DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme is offered by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) for study in Ethiopia at master and phd level. The award is valued at Full tuition, monthly stipend, study/research allowance, thesis printing allowance, and travel/health insurance (for In-Region)., provided as full ride support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition, monthly stipend, study/research allowance, thesis printing allowance, and travel/health insurance (for In-Region).. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Eligible study areas include Development-related fields. Nationality requirements apply: Sub-Saharan African countries.
Eligibility
Holds a first academic degree (Bachelor's or equivalent); degree completed no more than 6 years before application; strong motivation and commitment.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Fields of study
Development-related fields
Nationality requirements
Sub-Saharan African countries
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
- Study destination
- Ethiopia
- Eligible applicant countries
- Sub-Saharan African countries
- Award
- Full tuition, monthly stipend, study/research allowance, thesis printing allowance, and travel/health insurance (for In-Region).
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Fields of study
- Development-related fields
- Nationality
- Sub-Saharan African countries
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-23