The University of Leipzig in Germany is now accepting applications for the DAAD EPOS SEPT Scholarships 2026. This highly regarded program offers international students from developing countries the chance to pursue a specialized MBA in Small Enterprise Promotion and Training (SEPT) at Leipzig University, one of Germany’s oldest and most prestigious academic institutions.
Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) under the EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) program, this scholarship offers extensive financial support covering tuition fees, travel expenses, living costs, health insurance, and more. The MBA program is specifically designed for professionals with backgrounds in business, entrepreneurship, or related fields and is set to commence in October 2026.
Summary of Scholarships:
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Study Location: Leipzig University, Germany
- Degree: MBA (SEPT)
- Funding Provider: DAAD EPOS
- Program Duration: 1 year and 10 months
- Deadline: August 1 to October 15, 2025
- Program Start Date: October 2026
- Target group: Citizens of developing countries with relevant business experience
Scholarship Benefits
The DAAD EPOS SEPT Scholarship 2026 offers successful candidates a comprehensive funding package that includes:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Travel allowance (round-trip airfare)
- Health, accident, and liability insurance
- Monthly rent subsidy
- Monthly family allowance for accompanying dependents
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a citizen of a developing country
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (minimum 4 years or 180+ credits)
- Demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 80 or an IELTS Academic score of at least 6.0
- Have a minimum of two years of full-time professional experience acquired after completing their undergraduate degree
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Generally, the most recent academic degree should have been obtained within the last six years (exceptions must be clearly justified)
Required Application Documents
- Completed and signed DAAD application form
- Motivation letter (maximum 2 pages)
- A signed Europass CV highlighting your academic qualifications and professional experience
- Certified academic degree certificates and transcripts (including official translations if necessary)
- Work experience certificates issued on official company letterhead (minimum of two years required)
- Recommendation letter from a current or former employer
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS)
- Signed DAAD checklist
- APS Certificate (required for china students applying)
Tips for a Successful Application
- Submit your complete application early to prevent any risk of disqualification
- Clearly express your career goals in the motivation letter, highlighting how the MBA program aligns with your aspirations and your commitment to development work
- Ensure that all documents are accurately formatted, clearly scanned, and thoroughly complete.
How to Apply?
Application Timeline:
- Opens: August 1, 2025
- Deadline: October 15, 2025