Are you passionate about High-Performance Computing (HPC), Numerical Simulation, or AI/ML? The NHR Graduate School in Germany is offering 9 fully funded Ph.D. scholarships for international students as part of its 5th cohort starting April 1, 2026.
📅 When is the Application Deadline?
🗓️ September 15, 2025
📌 Tell Me About the Award:
The NHR Graduate School (National High-Performance Computing Alliance) brings together nine leading computing centers across Germany to train future HPC experts.
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💡 Which Fields are Eligible?
Applicants must hold a master’s in:
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Natural or Engineering Sciences
- Or related disciplines focused on HPC
📖 Type:
🔬 Full-time Ph.D. research program
🌍 Onsite at participating German universities/research institutes
Who Can Apply?
- Graduates with a relevant Master’s degree
- Open to all nationalities
- Must meet the Ph.D. admission requirements of the host university
How are Applicants Selected?
✔ Academic excellence
✔ Strong motivation letter & research exposé
✔ Letters of recommendation
✔ Language proficiency in English or German
🌍 Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌐 All countries — international applicants welcome.
📍 Where will the Award be Taken?
Across various NHR Centers at top research universities in Germany
🎯 How Many Awards?
🎓 9 Ph.D. scholarships awarded annually
💰 What is the Benefit of the Award?
- €2,200/month stipend for 36 months
- Research supervision by leading HPC scientists
- 6-month research secondment at another NHR Center
- Free access to Summer Schools & Annual Conferences
- Training in soft skills, mentoring & career coaching
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
📅 3 years (April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2029)
📝 How to Apply:
- Submit Documents via email to:
scholarship@nhr-verein.de- Merge documents (1–6) into a single PDF (max 10 MB)
- Recommendation Letter must be sent directly by the recommender
🔗 Online Application Form: Apply Here
📄 Required Documents:
- ✅ Application form (online)
- ✅ Letter of motivation (1–2 pages)
- ✅ CV (max 2 pages)
- ✅ Research exposé (1–2 pages)
- ✅ Academic transcripts & certificates
- ✅ Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/CAE/CPE or university letter)
- ✅ 2 letters of reference (sent separately)
