German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Funding type
Monthly stipend + travel
Study level
Master / PhD
Field
Development-related fields
Deadline
Varies by course (check DAAD portal)
The DAAD EPOS is offered by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and provides financial support for eligible students at the Master / PhD level. Review all requirements on the official page before applying.
Professionals with work experience from developing countries. Field-specific criteria apply.
You may match several criteria — confirm all eligibility requirements on the official provider page before applying.
Monthly stipend + travel — coverage varies by program
Exact funding amounts and coverage vary by program track. Verify with the specific consortium.
Bachelor degree or expected-graduation proof
Official academic transcript
CV / résumé
Motivation letter
Language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
Recommendation letters (when requested by the program)
Valid passport or identity document
Program-specific evidence (portfolio, research samples, etc.)
Identify eligible Erasmus Mundus programs matching your field and level.
Read the specific consortium's requirements on the official program page.
Prepare all required documents well in advance of the program deadline.
Submit your application through the official program portal (not a central EU portal).
Await the selection results — timelines vary by consortium.
If selected, complete enrollment and visa procedures as directed by the hosting institutions.
Need help completing this process? The Pathly team can work with you personally.
Not reading the program-specific eligibility criteria carefully.
Submitting without verifying all document requirements on the official provider page.
Missing the official application deadline.