5 European scholarships that do not require IELTS

1. DAAD Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Scholarship (FES) in Germany

· Official Link: https://lnkd.in/d2kd6RQu
· Short Details: A fully funded scholarship for Master’s and PhD students from developing countries at German universities. It covers a monthly stipend (€934 for Master’s, €1,400 for PhD) and health insurance. While IELTS is not required, sufficient German language skills (DSH 2, Goethe C1, etc.) are mandatory even for English-taught programs .
· Eligibility: Candidates must show excellent academic records and a commitment to social democracy.
· Deadline: April 30, 2026 (applications can be submitted at any time, but there are specific timelines).

2. Hyundai Motor Group Scholarship at SOAS University of London

· Official Link: https://lnkd.in/dn28XGre
· Short Details: Five fully funded scholarships for Master’s and PhD students from African countries at SOAS, University of London. Covers full tuition and a generous living stipend (e.g., £22,780 per year for PhD) . IELTS is not required to apply for the scholarship, but you must meet the English language condition of your offer of admission .
· Eligibility: Must be an African national resident in Africa.
· Deadline: April 25, 2026

3. Barcelona GSE Scholarship (Graduate School of Economics)

· Official Link: https://lnkd.in/d78VMYha
· Short Details: Offers merit-based funding for Master’s programs in Economics, Finance, and Data Science. Scholarships range from partial to full tuition waivers, some including a stipend. As all programs are taught in English, proficiency is required (typically proven via test scores, interview, or previous degree), but the official IELTS test may be waived in some cases .
· Eligibility: Open to all international students with excellent academic backgrounds.
· Deadline: Varies by program (typically early 2026).

4. 2026 Université Paris-Saclay Scholarship in France

· Official Link: https://lnkd.in/d8XhGXFX
· Short Details: A scholarship for international Master’s students, providing €10,000 per year and up to €900 for travel/visa expenses. It is awarded based on academic achievement . IELTS is not mentioned as a requirement, but you must be admitted to a Master’s program and meet its language conditions.
· Eligibility: Under 30 years old and must be coming to France for studies for the first time.
· Deadline: March 20, 2026

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