PHD

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Which Foundations support international PhD students financially?

A spectrum of foundations generously lends financial support to international PhD students, carving pathways to academic excellence and intercultural enrichment:
  1. Avicenna Studienwerk: Nurtures Muslim scholars, bridging academia and faith.
  2. Cusanuswerk: Fosters Catholic doctoral candidates, nurturing knowledge in harmony with faith.
  3. Ernst Ludwig Ehrlich Studienwerk: Cultivates Jewish scholars, celebrating cultural and academic growth.
  4. Evangelische Studienwerk Villigst: Empowers Evangelical students, intertwining spirituality and learning.
  5. Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung: Backs socially committed students, enhancing diversity in academia.
  6. Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom: Supports Evangelical scholars, fostering intellectual exploration.
  7. Hans Böckler Foundation: Advances social science scholars, promoting societal progress.
  8. Hanns Seidel Foundation: Nurtures political and civic engagement, shaping visionary leaders.
  9. Heinrich Böll Foundation: Champions green ideas, supporting environmental and social advocacy.
  10. Konrad Adenauer Stiftung: Empowers future leaders, instilling democratic values.
  11. Rosa Luxemburg Foundation: Uplifts progressive thinkers, fostering critical discourse.
  12. German Business Foundation: Catalyzes business-oriented research, fueling innovation.
Together, these foundations weave a tapestry of support, enabling international scholars to flourish within Germany’s academic landscape.