Number of Int'l Applications for Germany's Master’s Program Scholarships Rises by 20%

 logo

Subhashri Roy
Updated on Feb 11, 2021 05:46 PM IST

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) noted that there has been an increase of some 20% in the number of international students applying for Germany’s master’s programme scholarships.

Number of Int'l Applications for Germany's Master’s Program Scholarships Rises by 20%

With more than 5,000 applications from overseas and majorly from Azerbaijan, US and Russia, the number of international students applying for Germanys masters programme scholarships has increased by about 20% this year, said the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).

DAAD has also seen an above 70% rise in the number of German students applying for scholarships for studies abroad.

There has also been a 30% increase this year in demand for doctoral scholarships from researchers from the subcontinent, as compared to 2019. Similarly, students from countries including Indonesia, South Korea and Australia also demonstrated more interest in DAAD scholarships in 2020.

DAAD president Joybrato Mukherjee put out a statement saying that while the Covid-19 pandemic restricts international academic exchange to a great extent, there has still been a massive increase in the number of students showing interest in studying in Germany or abroad.

Also Read:Indian Students Keen to Pursue MS, MBA, Ph.D Abroad in 2021: Survey

He continued to say that domestic students in Germany do not let the current situation caused by global pandemic discourage them from gaining cultural experience and engaging in student exchange.

It also shows that there has been an improvement in Germanys reputation as a study abroad destination, he added.

Western Europe and North America have turned out to be the most popular among German students, with an increase of around 60% from the previous year.

Scholarship applicants for Masters programmes have grown by above 70%, accounting for 1,400 applications, of which 432 were for scholarships in the UK (+38%), 193 for the US (+116%) and 135 for Sweden (+59%).

Also Read:Number of Indian Students in Germany Has Almost 'Doubled in Last 5 Years'

Among German doctoral applicants, the UK, US and France were the top three countries and DAAD received 190 applications by October, marking a 30% increase.

India, with 207 applications for doctoral scholarships, is the most represented country, DAAD added.

It also noted that it had to suspend some of the popular programmes such as scholarships for summer and winter courses at German universities, scholarships for foreign trips for lectures and conferences, because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The same are expected to resume next year.

DAAD scholarships for education in Germany continue to remain open for applications.

Stay tuned for the latest news and updates on foreign education.

You can share this post!

Admission Open 2024

Cranfield University

Cranfield, United Kingdom

London South Bank University

London, United Kingdom

Related Articles

Aug 18, 2023 04:28 PM IST

How to Apply for Masters in USA?

Aug 03, 2023 01:18 PM IST

Documents Required for TOEFL

Our Study Abroad Offerings

Related Institutes

Planning to study abroad?

Interested in Studying Overseas?

Connect with us and kickstart your learning journey for a rewarding experience!

By proceeding ahead you expressly agree to the CollegeDekhoAbroad Terms of Use & Privacy Policy.