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

We are currently accepting applications for 2026 Max Kade travel grants for travel to Germany or a German-speaking country in 2026. This is for a total of $1500 towards travel related expenses. Please apply below. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and we will notify you as soon as possible.

Apply for 2026 Max Kade Travel Grant

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.