Berlin University DAAD MIDE Scholarship 2025: Study in Germany with Full Funding|August 31st Deadline

International students from developing countries now have a chance to study in Germany through the 2025 DAAD MIDE Scholarship at Berlin University of Applied Sciences. This fully funded opportunity covers tuition fees, a generous living stipend, travel costs, and additional allowances.

About the Scholarship

Hosted by HTW Berlin (Berlin University of Applied Sciences), the MIDE (Master’s in International and Development Economics) program is part of the DAAD’s EPOS initiative, which supports development-related postgraduate studies. The 18-month full-time program is taught entirely in English and is designed for students with a strong interest in economic issues affecting developing nations.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: Germany
• Institution: HTW Berlin
• Program: Master’s in International and Development Economics (MIDE)
• Duration: 18 months
• Language of Instruction: English
• Funding Body: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
• Application Deadline: August 31, 2025

Scholarship Benefits

Selected applicants will receive:

• Full tuition waiver
• Annual stipend of €11,208 (approximately €934/month)
• Health, accident, and liability insurance
• Travel allowance
• Monthly rent subsidy (if applicable)
• Family allowance for accompanying members (if applicable)

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be a national of a developing country
• Hold a first degree (minimum of 180 ECTS credits or equivalent)
• Have completed at least 15 ECTS in economics or related modules
• Possess a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience after graduation
• Not have graduated more than six years ago
• Meet HTW Berlin’s English language requirements (IELTS/TOEFL not mandatory if prior education was in English)

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents:

1. Motivation letter (max. 2 pages, dated and signed)
2. Curriculum Vitae in Europass format (dated and signed)
3. Official academic transcripts and degree certificates (with certified translations if not in English or German)
4. Explanation of the grading system (usually part of the transcript or diploma supplement)
5. Secondary School Leaving Certificate (with graduation date)
6. Proof of English language proficiency (only if applicable)
7. Copy of valid passport

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria.
2. Prepare digital copies of all required documents.
3. Complete the MIDE application form available on the program’s website.
4. Submit your application online before August 31, 2025.

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