🇩🇪 Study in Germany for Free in 2025 – DAAD EPOS Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship (No IELTS Needed)

Looking to earn your Master’s degree abroad with zero tuition fees, monthly stipends, and free accommodation? The DAAD EPOS Scholarship in Germany offers fully funded Master’s programs in top public universities , with no IELTS required for many applicants.

This is one of the most prestigious scholarships in Europe, and it’s open to students from developing countries, especially in fields like Public Health, Engineering, Agriculture, Social Sciences, and Economics.

What the DAAD EPOS Scholarship Covers:

📚 Full tuition fees at top German public universities
💶 Monthly living allowance of €934 to €1,200 (depending on your degree)
🏠 Free accommodation or housing allowance
✈️ Travel allowance (round-trip international flight)
🩺 Full health, accident, and personal liability insurance
💼 Internship support and post-study job opportunities in Germany or Europe

Who Can Apply:

You must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of professional work experience
Your last degree should have been obtained within the past 6 years
Academic performance must be above average (2.5 CGPA or higher)
Strong motivation letter and reference letters required
No IELTS? Some universities accept alternatives like English proficiency from previous education

Top Courses Covered:

MSc in Public Health
MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering
MA in Development Studies
MSc in Urban Management
MBA in Small Enterprise Promotion
MA in Peace and Conflict Studies
(More programs available on the DAAD portal)

Important Dates:

Application opens: August 2024
Deadline varies: Between October 2024 – March 2025, depending on the course
Study start: Autumn/Winter semester 2025

How to Apply:

Visit the official DAAD EPOS portal: www.daad.de/epos
Choose your desired course from the EPOS list
Prepare documents: motivation letter, CV (EUROPASS format), certificates, transcripts, reference letter, proof of work experience
Apply directly to the university and submit scholarship application simultaneously
Wait for nomination by the program office → DAAD final decision

Why Germany?

Tuition-free education at public universities
Globally ranked programs in STEM, development, and business
Post-study work visa for 18 months
Central European location: Easy travel to France, Netherlands, Austria, etc.
Opportunity to settle permanently after studies

Tip: This scholarship favors candidates with leadership potential, development goals, and commitment to return and contribute to their home countries — so make your personal statement strong.