Leipzig University DAAD EPOS SEPT Scholarship 2026, Germany (Fully Funded)

The DAAD EPOS SEPT Scholarship 2026 at Leipzig University offers a fully funded opportunity for professionals from developing countries to pursue an MBA in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Development. This program is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to promote and manage SMEs effectively, contributing to sustainable economic development in their home countries.

Benefits

Recipients of the DAAD EPOS SEPT Scholarship will receive comprehensive support, including:

• Full Tuition Coverage: All academic fees for the duration of the program.
• Monthly Stipend: Approximately €934 to cover living expenses.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health, accident, and personal liability insurance.
• Travel Allowance: Funding for round-trip airfare to and from Germany.
• Study and Research Support: Financial assistance for academic materials and research activities.
• German Language Course: Support for language courses if required.
• Family Allowance: Additional support for scholars with accompanying family members.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:

• Citizenship: Be a citizen of a developing country as per DAAD’s list.
• Academic Qualification: Hold a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 4 years or 180+ ECTS) in a relevant field.
• Professional Experience: Have at least two years of professional work experience in a related field.
• English Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency through TOEFL iBT (minimum 78) or IELTS Academic (minimum 6.0).
• Academic Recency: Have completed the last academic degree within the past six years.
• Residence Status: Not have resided in Germany for more than 15 months at the time of application.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:

• DAAD Application Form: Completed and signed.
• Motivation Letter: A maximum of two pages, detailing academic and professional goals.
• Curriculum Vitae: In Europass format, signed and dated.
• Academic Certificates: Certified copies of degree certificates and transcripts, with translations if necessary.
• Work Experience Certificates: Proof of at least two years of relevant professional experience on official letterhead.
• Employer Recommendation Letter: On official letterhead, signed and dated.
• English Proficiency Certificate: Valid TOEFL or IELTS scores.
• DAAD Checklist: Completed and signed.
• APS Certificate: Required for applicants from China and Vietnam.
• Passport Copy: A valid passport for identification purposes.

How to Apply

1. Review Eligibility: Ensure all criteria are met.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather and certify all required materials.
3. Online Application: Apply through Leipzig University’s official portal (link to be updated on August 1, 2025).
4. DAAD Application: Complete and submit the DAAD application form, indicating interest in the EPOS scholarship.
5. Submission Deadline: Ensure all materials are submitted between August 1 and October 1, 2025.
6. Await Notification: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps

Application Timeline

• Application Period: August 1 – October 1, 2025.
• Program Start Date: October 2026.