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Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026

Awarded by Heinrich Böll Foundation

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

BachelorsMastersPhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · Varies

Eligible Courses

All subjects offered by the universities

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

At recognised German institutions: universitiesFachhochschulenor Kunst-/Musikhochschulen in Germany

Provider

Heinrich Böll Foundation

Last Verified On

24 Jul 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

The scholarship supports undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students from all disciplines and nationalities who demonstrate excellent academic performance, strong social and political engagement, and share the foundation’s core values of ecology & sustainability, democracy & human rights, self-determination and justice.

Eligibility Criteria for Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students:

Applicants must:

  • Be enrolled (or soon enrolling) at a recognized university, university of applied sciences (“Fachhochschule”), or university of the arts (“Kunst-/Musikhochschule”) in Germany.
  • Have an excellent academic record.
  • Be socially and politically engaged (active interest in the values of the foundation).
  • Demonstrate German language proficiency: minimum “DSH 2” or “TestDaF” level B2 (for many applicants).
  • Submit the application online only via the HBS portal.

Value of Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students:

The scholarship amount will be awarded to eligible students (specific prize value may vary).

Application Process:

  • Complete the online application via the foundation’s portal.
  • Submit proof of German language proficiency if required.
  • Provide academic transcripts, a CV, a statement of social/political engagement, and other supporting documentation as requested (specifics vary by level of study).
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2

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3

Submit Application

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4

Application Review

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5

Scholarship Decision

Selected applicants are informed about the final results

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Heinrich Böll Foundation. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026 is Expired.
  • Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026 is offered to Bachelors, Masters, PhD degree.
  • Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026 is offered for All subjects offered by the universities.
  • Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026 is open for: Open to all nationals.
  • Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026 is offered by Heinrich Böll Foundation.
  • Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for International Students 2026 covers Partial Funding, Varies.