Germany · Scholarship · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Cologne Graduate School in Management, Economics and Social Sciences (CGS) Fellowship

Prestigious doctoral scholarship providing three years of full financial backing in empirical economics, behavioral sociology, behavioral decision-making, and econometric policy evaluation.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Top 10% academic standing in master's degree in economics, sociology, or quantitative social science
English language proficiency: C1 English proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 100)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): GRE or GMAT strongly recommended
Thesis / Research statement: Sample research paper or master's thesis demonstrating quantitative empirical methods
Recommendation letters: Two academic letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €1,550/month tax-free living stipend + €1,000/year conference travel allowance for 3 years
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 tuition fees

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 31, 2027 (Winter 2027/28 intake)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Cologne documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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