Please include your field of study and the name of your university in your request. Annual Grant- for advanced graduates students or Ph.D. candidates who can show that a stay in Germany is essential for the completion of their research projects. German language competence appropriate to the discipline and the project is expected. Applicants in music performance, fine arts, architecture, and film production should be in the final stages of a master's program and be able to compete the degree before taking up the DAAD Annual Grant. Recipients receive ten-month stipend, travel ticket, insurance, and specific related fees.
Eligible applicants are U.S. citizens enrolled in or applying to a graduate degree program.
Applicants may combine domestic language and cultural study with overseas study. There is a service requirement that NSEP fellowship recipients work one year for each year of support either for a U.S. government agency with national security responsibilities, or in higher education. Awards are for a minimum of 6 months, maximum of 24. The objective of the program is to maintain and foster a close relationship between the U.S. and Germany by providing young scholars and practicing professionals the opportunity to obtain substantial professional and personal knowledge of Germany. Applicants must be nominated by the University.