About the program 

The Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships 2025 are now open for international students seeking fully funded support to pursue Master's or PhD programs in Germany. These prestigious scholarships, offered by the Heinrich Böll Foundation, aim to provide comprehensive financial assistance to students pursuing higher education in a range of subjects at German universities. This scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for international students who have an interest in politics, social engagement, and environmental sustainability.

The Heinrich Böll Foundation is a renowned German political organization dedicated to promoting democracy, environmental sustainability, and human rights globally. Named after Nobel laureate Heinrich Böll, the foundation was established in 1997 and actively supports research, scholarships, and advocacy projects that align with its core values. The foundation operates internationally, working with partners such as NGOs, academic institutions, and governmental bodies to foster progressive policies and social justice worldwide.

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships 2025, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Language Requirement: Proficiency in English is essential.
• Open to International Students: The scholarship is available to students from all nationalities and countries.
• Academic Excellence: Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic performance at the school and university level.
• Social Engagement: Strong involvement in social, political, or community-related activities is highly desirable.
• Motivation: Applicants must provide compelling reasons for seeking the Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship, explaining their commitment to political matters, social justice, or environmental sustainability.

Key Criteria for Master's Scholarship:

• Exceptional academic record.
• Demonstrated social or political engagement.
• Clear and persuasive motivations for applying to the Heinrich Böll Foundation.

Key Criteria for Doctoral Scholarship:

• Outstanding academic performance.
• Presentation of an innovative research project with a well-structured exposé, realistic timeline, and preliminary research at an advanced stage.
• Strong involvement in social or political causes.

Application Procedure

To apply for the Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship 2025, follow these steps:

• Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and belong to any special focus groups, if applicable.
• Prepare Required Documents: This includes your CV, a statement of motivation, and outlines of your academic interests and social engagement.
• Register Online: Create an account on the Heinrich Böll Foundation's online application portal.
• Submit Application: Fill out the application form, upload the necessary documents, and submit your application before the deadline on March 1, 2025 or 1st September, 2025.

• follow its instructions to finish all the required application procedures. 

• Applicants must apply the system as requested within the application period
• Only online applications are accepted. The application portal will open approximately 6 weeks before the application deadline.
• International applicants must prove their proficiency in German. Good or very good knowledge of the German language is required (at least B2 Level or DSH2).

Required Documents

• Personal Information and a detailed CV.
• A statement of motivation explaining why you are applying for the scholarship.
• A description of your academic interests and the reasons for selecting your field of study.
• An outline of your social engagement or PhD thesis project for doctoral candidates   

Application deadline

Deadline: March 01, 2025

For more information, you could go to the Official website.