DAAD Alumni Grants fund former scholarship holders to undertake short-term research or professional projects in Germany, strengthening international academic collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Funder: German Academic Exchange Service USA
Due Dates: August 17, 2026 | November 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: €2,000/month for assistant teachers/assistant professors/lecturers; €2,150/month for professors; travel allowance; 1–3 months duration.
Summary: Supports former DAAD scholarship holders to undertake short-term research or professional projects in Germany, fostering international academic cooperation.
Key Information: Funding may only be claimed once every three years; projects must start in 2027.
This program enables former recipients of DAAD research grants or study scholarships to return to Germany for a short-term research or professional stay, reinforcing academic and professional collaboration through DAAD’s global alumni network. Funding is available for research and working projects at state or state-recognized higher education institutions, non-university research institutes, or relevant organizations outside academia (e.g., business, administration, culture, media). The aim is to strengthen ongoing professional ties and promote sustainable cooperation, supporting the continued development of alumni and their contributions to international knowledge exchange.