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DIW Berlin Graduate Center PhD Scholarship 2027 in Germany (Funded)

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Deadline

2027-01-15

Country

Germany

Level

phd

Organization

DIW Berlin Graduate Center

Field

Economics, Business Studies, Statistics, Quantitative Social Sciences

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The DIW Berlin Graduate Center offers a structured 5-year PhD program in Economics in Germany. The program is designed for students interested in economics, evidence-based policy research, and academic careers. It involves collaborative coursework with the Berlin School of Economics.

Coverage

There are no tuition fees. Students receive a monthly stipend of 1,650 euros during the first year (course phase). For years 2–5 (research phase), funding is provided through employment at one of DIW Berlin’s research departments (TVöD, EG 13, 75%). Students are responsible for semester fees of approximately 380 euros.

Eligibility

Open to international students, including those from Ethiopia, who hold or are near completion of a Master’s degree or diploma in Economics, Business Studies, or related quantitative fields (e.g., statistics, civil engineering).

Requirements

Applicants must submit a completed application form, academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV/resume, motivation letter, GRE General Test results, English language proficiency test results, and two academic recommendation letters. The application must be completed in English.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official DIW Berlin online application portal during the active application period. If interested in both the DIW Graduate Center and the Berlin School of Economics, separate applications must be submitted for each.

Notes

Enrolling at a Berlin university is recommended to secure student health insurance and public transport access. Admission is competitive and based on academic merit.

Source & Verification

Host organization: DIW Berlin Graduate Center

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://www.diw.de/de/diw_01.c.799242.de/application.html#c_diw_01.c.1015429.de

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.