FAU International Graduate Excellence Fellowship

Prestigious university scholarship supporting outstanding international master's and PhD candidates pursuing research in medical engineering, optics, or materials.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

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

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree equivalent to German grade 1.8 or higher
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 overall
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Demonstrated scientific interest and research motivation letter
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee evaluations

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

Financial support / stipend: €1,000 per month plus research travel grant
Application fee: Zero application fee
Tuition / joining costs: €0 tuition across all faculties

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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