Hertie School African Scholars Programme for Master's Study in Berlin, Germany (Apply by 1 December 2026)

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The Hertie School African Scholars Programme covers 39,500 euros of tuition plus 1,000 euros a month for master's study in Berlin. Apply by 1 Dec 2026.

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Overview

The Hertie School in Berlin, Germany, offers the African Scholars Programme with SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit (SOS Children's Villages). Hertie calls it a full scholarship.

It is for African changemakers who want a master's degree in public policy, international affairs or data science for public policy. It is open to nationals of 25 listed African countries who face economic challenges.

The scholarship covers tuition worth 39,500 euros and pays 1,000 euros a month for living costs.

Deadline: Apply to a Hertie School master's programme by 1 December 2026. The page does not give a closing time. You can only apply for the scholarship after you are admitted.

Requirements

Nationality (Required)

Be a national of one of these countries: Benin, Botswana, Burundi, Cape Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Somaliland, South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda or Zambia.

Study Programme (Required)

Apply for and get admitted to one of these Hertie School programmes: Master of Public Policy, Master of International Affairs, or Master of Data Science and AI for Public Policy.

Who Hertie Is Looking For

Young people who face economic challenges and are underrepresented in similar opportunities.
People with a strong commitment to social impact and community leadership.
People who show values like teamwork, perseverance and optimism.
People who want to grow as leaders in public policy, international affairs or data science for the common good.

Other Conditions

You may only apply for one full scholarship per year.
Check the master's programme page for academic and language entry rules. The scholarship page does not list them.

Programme Expectations and Benefits

Benefits stated by the Hertie School

Tuition fees worth 39,500 euros at the Hertie School.
A living stipend of 1,000 euros per month.
Leadership development and mentoring through the SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit network.

What scholars do

Study full time for a master's degree at the Hertie School in Berlin.
Take part in leadership training and mentoring with SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit.
Shortlisted applicants have an interview with representatives from SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit and the Hertie School.

How to Apply for the Hertie School African Scholars Programme

Read the official scholarship page using the Official Notice link below.
Apply to one of the eligible Hertie School master's programmes through the online application portal by 1 December 2026.
Wait for your admission offer. After you are admitted, you will be invited to the Funding Application.
Within two weeks, submit a short essay. Explain an action you took to help your community, how it shows your values and leadership, and how the scholarship would help you grow your impact.
If shortlisted, attend an interview with SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit and the Hertie School.

Apply Now: Apply on the Official Website

Official Notice: View the Official Opportunity Notice

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Application Close in

21 Days

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Opportunities at a Glance

Organisation

Hertie School, in partnership with SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit

Location

Berlin

Type

Full-time study