Applications are now open for the TU Darmstadt Hilde Domin Scholarship 2026 in Germany. This funded opportunity is designed for international students who wish to pursue a Master’s or PhD degree and whose access to higher education has been restricted due to political, civic, religious, gender-based, or identity-related challenges.

Technische Universität Darmstadt is participating in the DAAD-managed Hilde Domin Programme, offering at-risk students and researchers a secure academic pathway into Germany’s higher education system, with studies commencing from Summer Semester 2027.

About TU Darmstadt

Technische Universität Darmstadt (TU Darmstadt) is a renowned public research university located in Darmstadt, Germany. Founded in 1877, it is among Germany’s leading technical universities and is consistently ranked among the top institutions worldwide.

Scholarship Overview

  • University: Technische Universität Darmstadt

  • Degree Level: Master’s, PhD

  • Scholarship Type: Funded (via DAAD Hilde Domin Programme)

  • Eligible Nationalities: All nationalities

  • Study Location: Germany

  • Application Deadline: 20 February 2026

Financial Benefits

Selected nominees will receive comprehensive financial support, allowing them to focus fully on their academic or research work:

  • Monthly stipend:

    • €992 for Master’s students

    • €1,300 for PhD candidates

  • Funding duration:

    • Up to 24 months for Master’s programs

    • Up to 48 months for PhD programs

⚠️ Note: The program supports first-time Master’s or PhD degrees only. Second degrees are not eligible for funding.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • International Master’s or PhD applicants from any country

  • Must demonstrate a credible risk to personal safety, freedom, or right to education in their home country

  • Must meet the academic admission requirements of TU Darmstadt

  • Must be capable of successfully completing the proposed study or research plan

  • Must not be residing in Germany or the EU at the time of nomination

  • Must not have had an interruption of more than six years since last enrollment

  • Must provide proof of English or German language proficiency (depending on program language)

Eligible Risk Categories (One or More Required):

  • Refugee background

  • Chronic illness and/or disability (minimum GdB 50)

  • Gender identity–related challenges

  • Responsibility for childcare or care of dependent family members

Required Documents

  • Online application form

  • Copy of valid passport

  • Academic transcripts and certificates

  • Study or research plan

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV / Resume)

Application Deadline

20 February 2026

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official TU Darmstadt / DAAD application portal.

👉 Official Application Link: (Add official link here)

Final Note

The TU Darmstadt Hilde Domin Scholarship 2026 is a highly impactful opportunity for students and researchers whose academic journeys have been disrupted by serious personal or social challenges. If you meet the criteria, this program can provide not just funding—but safety, stability, and academic continuity in Germany.

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