The DAAD AgEcon program has opened applications for the 2026/27 academic session, offering fully funded Master’s scholarships for outstanding candidates from developing countries.
The DAAD AgEcon Scholarship 2026 provides full financial coverage, including tuition, airfare, health insurance, and living expenses, for successful applicants to pursue a Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics at the prestigious University of Hohenheim in Germany.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €11,904 Stipend/Yr | Airfare | Healthcare
- IELTS Requirement: Not Compulsory
- Deadline: December 15, 2025
Scholarship Details
The 2026 DAAD AgEcon Scholarship is part of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) initiative under its Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) program. This scholarship is designed to support talented students from developing nations with strong academic and professional backgrounds who wish to advance their expertise in agricultural economics.
The program targets candidates with practical experience in public authorities, private companies, or development institutions who have contributed to planning and implementing projects related to technology, economics, and social policies. By offering this scholarship, DAAD aims to empower future leaders from developing countries with the knowledge and skills necessary to drive sustainable development, particularly in the agricultural and economic sectors.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the 2026 DAAD AgEcon Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of a developing country
- Have at least 2 years of professional experience after obtaining a Bachelor’s degree
- Hold academic degrees that are not older than 6 years
- Provide proof of development-related motivation and intentions
- Not have lived in Germany for more than 15 months before the application deadline
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with above-average grades
- Submit official proof of English proficiency (IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, or equivalent as per admission rules)
Note: Academic teaching and research roles are generally not accepted as valid work experience unless in exceptional circumstances.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the 2026 DAAD AgEcon Scholarship will receive:
- Full waiver of tuition fees for the Master’s program
- Monthly stipend of €992 for graduates or €1,300 (€1,400 starting February 2026) for doctoral candidates
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage
- Travel allowance to and from Germany
- Additional benefits such as:
- Monthly rent subsidy (where applicable)
- Monthly allowance for accompanying family members
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Completed DAAD Application Form (signed and dated)
- Current CV in Europass format (no gaps, reverse chronological order)
- Motivation Letter (maximum 2 pages)
- Employer recommendation letter from current employer
- Employment certificates confirming relevant professional experience
- Official proof of English proficiency as stated in admission requirements
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts (with certified translations if not in English/German)
- University Entrance Qualification (secondary school leaving certificate) with certified translation (if applicable)
How to Apply
To apply for the DAAD AgEcon Scholarship, candidates should:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage
- Apply for admission to the AgEcon program at the University of Hohenheim via the HohCampus portal
- Submit all DAAD EPOS scholarship application documents by email to: [email protected]
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