Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom
مؤسسة فريدريش ناومان من أجل الحرية
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is a German organization focused on promoting democracy, civil rights, and political education worldwide. It engages in international events, policy research, and civic programs.
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Friedrich Naumann Foundation Scholarships for Non-EU International Students
MasterFully FundedAll fieldsOctober 31, 2026
Life and living
Brandenburg · Germany
Life and living
Brandenburg · Germany
Living in Brandenburg
The state surrounding Berlin, with Potsdam, the city of palaces, as capital and home to the University of Potsdam.
Transport for students
The Deutschland semester ticket costs EUR 37.80 a month (EUR 226.80 a semester) from winter 2026/27; it is paid with the semester fee and covers local transport across Germany.
Top landmarks
Sanssouci
ernstol · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Cecilienhof
Jean-Pierre Dalbéra from Paris, France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Glienicke Bridge
Uwca at German Wikipedia · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
Spree Forest
Bomenius · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Studying and living in Germany
Costs and living
Tuition: • No tuition at public universities in 14 states for bachelor’s, consecutive master’s and doctorates; students only pay the semester contribution (about €100–350 per semester, often including a transport ticket). • Baden-Württemberg (e.g. Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Freiburg, KIT): €1,500 per semester for non-EU students. • Technical University of Munich (TUM): €2,000–3,000 per semester for bachelor’s and €4,000–6,000 for master’s (rising from winter 2027/28). • Doctorates are tuition-free in every state. Living: proof of €992 a month (€11,904 a year) is required, usually through a blocked account (Sperrkonto). Students typically spend about €850–1,100 a month depending on the city (Munich and Hamburg are more expensive). Statutory student health insurance costs about €120–140 a month.
Working while studying
International students may work 140 full days or 280 half days a year without approval from the Federal Employment Agency, and up to 20 hours a week during the lecture period. Student assistant jobs at the university do not count towards this limit. After graduation: a residence permit of up to 18 months to look for a job matching your qualification, then a switch to a skilled-worker permit or the EU Blue Card.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in GermanyFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Monthly grant up to €992 + €300 for study costs, Non-repayable scholarship, Annual renewal until graduation, Health insurance and family allowances.
Eligible levels: Master.
The latest deadline we have is October 31, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Tabular curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages)., Copy of passport (personal data page and visa page)., High school diploma or equivalent university entrance qualification with German/English translation., Bachelor's degree certificate or academic degrees qualifying for Master's studies., Academic transcripts and records of grades., Two academic reference letters from university professors or lecturers., University enrollment certificate or admission notice for the Master's program..
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.freiheit.org. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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