OpenFieldDAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme Public Policy Fellowship
Prestigious full scholarship funded by the German Federal Foreign Office supporting future leaders from developing and emerging countries pursuing the MPP at the Brandt School.
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 with superior academic achievement completed within the last six years
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Helmut-Schmidt application form, detailed motivation letter, and political/civic engagement record
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from academic supervisors or employers
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Monthly stipend of €934, health insurance, travel allowances, and complete tuition fee coverage
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- 100% tuition coverage
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- July 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Willy Brandt School of Public Policy documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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