Are applications open?
Yes, several 2027/28 arts postgraduate calls are open.
What is the stipend?
The current calls list €992 per month plus travel, insurance and study allowance.
Why no single deadline?
Each artistic field has a separate call and deadline.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
Current DAAD postgraduate arts scholarships support advanced study in architecture, music, performing arts and related fields.
Other verified benefits
€992 monthly stipend, travel allowance, insurance, study allowance and possible rent/family support.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
Some semester or programme fees and personal costs may remain.
Who is eligible to apply?
Graduates in the relevant field who meet country, academic, portfolio/work-sample and language requirements.
Separate field calls have separate deadlines and work-sample rules.
Eligible countries
Country eligibility varies by the specific DAAD field call.
Language requirements
Must meet chosen university requirements.
Which documents should you prepare?
- CV or résumé
- Motivation letter
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- Portfolio
- English test certificate
How do you apply?
- Choose the correct field call.
- Confirm country eligibility.
- Prepare academic documents and field-specific work samples.
- Submit before that field’s deadline.
Frequently asked questions
How much do DAAD postgraduate scholarships pay?
Current arts postgraduate calls list €992 per month plus travel, insurance and a study allowance.
What is the deadline?
It varies by field: Architecture 23 September 2026, Music 24 September 2026 and Performing Arts 15 October 2026 are current examples.