Center for German and European Studies

Grants and Scholarships

CGES offers a number of grants for students and faculty to support research and travel to Germany and Europe.

Travel Grants

Please see below for current travel grants available for the 2026 year.

Max Kade Travel Grant

The deadline for 2026 Max Kade travel grants to Germany or German-speaking countries has passed. If you plan on traveling to Germany in 2026 and are interested in potential funding, please email cges@brandeis.edu to see if there are any other funding opportunities available.

The DAAD

The DAAD “Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst,” is the premier exchange organization for students studying in Germany and for Germans to study abroad. They offer a variety of scholarships, grants and support for undergraduates, graduates, PhDs and visiting scholars.