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Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Türkiye Master's Scholarship Announcement
Application Deadline: 30 October 2026
The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Türkiye Office Master's Scholarship aims to support highly motivated and academically successful students who have successfully completed their undergraduate studies and have been admitted to a master's programme at a university in Türkiye in one of the following fields; Political Science, International Relations, European Union Studies, Economics, Law, Journalism, Public Administration, Sociology and Communication.
Financial and Intellectual Support
Scholarship holders will receive a monthly stipend of €150 (paid in Turkish Lira based on the exchange rate on the payment date) from the start of the scholarship. The scholarship covers a maximum period of two years, including both coursework and thesis writing phases. Extensions beyond the standard study period are not covered. Scholarship recipients are expected to participate in the programmes organised by the Konrad Adenauer-Stiftung Türkiye Office during and after their studies and to demonstrate a willingness and commitment to contributing to the development of relations between Türkiye and the Federal Republic of Germany.
Eligibility Requirements Applicants must:
• Be enrolled in, admitted to, or have already started a master's programme (undergraduate students are not eligible).
• Have achieved above-average academic performance according to the grading system of their graduating university.
• Be under the age of 30 at the time of application.
• Not be engaged in any income-generating employment during the scholarship period. (Scholarship payments will not be made to salaried individuals. A Social Security Service Record (SGK Service Statement) will be requested on a monthly basis.)
• Have at least a B1 level of English proficiency (knowledge of German in addition to English is considered an asset)
• Have experience in voluntary activities (student clubs, social initiatives, etc.).
• Possess broad general knowledge and an interest in political issues.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards democracy and human rights.
• Embrace the values of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung.
• Show the ability to develop independent views and maintain tolerance towards differing opinions.
• Have a high level of motivation.
Required Application Documents
• A fully completed application form in both Turkish and English (please attach your photograph to the application form, scan it, and submit it electronically).
• Letter of motivation.
• A detailed description of the master's programme, including curriculum, course content, start date, current stage of study (coursework or thesis), and expected completion date.
• A detailed CV in table format (especially including all voluntary activities undertaken to date).
• Copies of university diploma(s) and other certificates (please do not send originals).
• Proof of admission to the master's programme or a student enrolment certificate issued by the university or educational institution.
• Proof of English language proficiency (and proof of German proficiency, if applicable).
• A recommendation/evaluation letter prepared by a university faculty member assessing the applicant's academic and personal qualifications.
*All documents must be submitted in both Turkish and English.
Four-Step Application Process
Step 1: Online Application Applications must be submitted online. The completed application form and all required documents must be sent by e-mail no later than 30 October 2026 at 17:00 to Project Coordinator Aydan ÖZEN (aydan.ozen@kas.de) Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all submitted documents are complete and accurate.
Step 2: Pre-Selection Applications will undergo an initial screening based on the submitted documents. Candidates whose documents meet the eligibility criteria and programme requirements will be invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
Step 3: Interview Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview.
Step 4: Final Selection Applicants will be informed of the outcome by e-mail within two weeks after the interview. The final decision regarding the awarding of the scholarship rests solely with the scholarship provider and is not subject to legal claim.
Contact:
Aydan ÖZEN
Project Coordinator
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Türkiye
Tel.: +90 312 440 40 80/125
E-mail: aydan.ozen@kas.de
Download the agenda: KAS Türkiye Sur-Place Scholarship 2026 Application Form
