The Berlin House of Representatives Foundation is a scholarship program for young academics from the United States, Great Britain, France, and the successor states of the Soviet Union who either work on Berlin and thus on German and German-international issues, or who wish to utilize Berlin research institutions.
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Summary
- Application DeadlineDecember 15, 2026
- Study LevelMasters , PhD
- SponsorGerman National Academic Foundation
- Eligible CountryFrance , United States
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Benefits
- Approximately 15 scholarships are awarded annually for a period of 10 months, amounting to €1,100 per month for graduate students and €1,630 per month for postdoctoral researchers.
- Travel expenses are also covered by a lump sum.
- Scholarship recipients have the opportunity to gain experience in Berlin's academic life for one year and to get to know the culture, lifestyle, and inhabitants of the city.
Requirements
TARGET GROUP
- The scholarships of the Berlin House of Representatives' Foundation are awarded to recent university graduates and students with at least one degree (BA or equivalent) from all disciplines, particularly the humanities and social sciences, whose research and study projects have a thematic or institutional connection to Berlin. The scholarships are valid for academic training at all state and state-recognized universities and research institutions in Berlin.
REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants for a scholarship from the German House of Representatives' Foundation for Academic Studies must be among the top-performing young academics in their country, meaning they must be clearly above average in their qualifications.
- Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit.
- The maximum age is generally 35. Students should have completed their first degree (Bachelor's) by the age of 25.
- Applicants who have not been engaged in academic work in their home country for an extended period after graduation cannot be considered.
- The Foundation expects applicants to submit a detailed research plan with their application. They must also submit a letter of support from a university professor or the head of a research institution in Berlin. This letter must be included with the application materials. For students who have not yet completed their degree, a letter of support is not a mandatory requirement. However, the Foundation expects these applicants to also strive to obtain one.
Selection Process
The selection is made taking into account the following criteria:
- Academic achievements, exam results and special subject-specific knowledge
- scientific quality and feasibility of the project
- Expert opinions from specialist professors
- A letter of support from a German university professor for the applicant
- civil society engagement
- adequate German language skills
Application Documents
The following documents must be attached to the application forms in German:
- CV with a more recent photo on the cover page
- A detailed and precise description of the study and research project, as well as a presentation of previous study and research work that is of particular importance for the decision.
- A letter of motivation in which applicants describe what they want to achieve and do for society in the future and what significance their research, for which they
are applying for the scholarship, has in this context.
- Proof of existing contacts with Berlin university professors or research institutions (commitment of supervision)
- Two letters of recommendation from qualified professors attesting to the applicant's academic qualifications. The letter must clearly state the expert's position.
In addition, copies of the following certificate documents must be submitted:
- all university certificates for all annual examinations (with all individual grades) as well as
- Diploma or university certificate stating the final grade.
All certificates must be accompanied by an explanation of the grading system.
Applicants from the successor states of the Soviet Union must submit copies of their certificates with German or English translations.
Completeness of the submitted documents is a prerequisite for processing. Incomplete applications will not be processed by the Berlin House of Representatives Foundation and will lead to the applicant's exclusion.
The final decision regarding the awarding of scholarships is made by the board.
Application Deadline
December 15, 2026How To Apply
- Applications are made via Post or Email.
For more information, kindly visit the Berlin House of Representatives webpage.
