Cusanuswerk Episcopal Doctoral Fellowship for KatHO NRW Scholars

Prestigious German national scholarship sponsored by the Catholic church supporting outstanding doctoral researchers conducting thesis work in social work or practical ethics.

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: Master's degree with grade "gut" (minimum 2.0 or higher in German grading system)
English language proficiency: German language proficiency at level C1 (DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Doctoral exposé (10–15 pages) outlining methodology, literature, and social impact
Recommendation letters: Two university professor appraisals and one reference from a social or ecclesiastical institution

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

Financial support / stipend: €1,450 monthly basic stipend plus €100 research allowance and family supplements
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (no tuition fees at KatHO NRW; €320/semester social contribution fee includes state transit ticket)

Dates and verification

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

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Catholic University of North Rhine-Westphalia (KatHO NRW) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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