Student type: Domestic and International students are eligible for this scholarship program.
Level of study: All levels of study
Study area:Film;Music and Sound;Visual Arts;Literature;Collectives
Scholarship value:
- A monthly stipend to cover living expenses and rent.
- Provision of a furnished apartment.
- Travel and luggage expenses
- health, accident, and liability insurance
- German language courses
Closing date: 15 December 2025
Description: The fellowship was established to offer artists time and space to focus on their creative practice without production obligations. Fellows are invited to actively engage not only with the dynamic cultural scenes of Berlin and Germany but also various communities within the city. Each year around twenty outstanding artists from a variety of cultural backgrounds are invited to Berlin. The Artists-in-Berlin Program is committed to including and presenting a wide range of voices and perspectives. Of particular importance to us here is the advancement of gender equality.
The DAAD Artists-in-Berlin Program has significantly promoted the globalization of contemporary arts in Germany throughout its existence. At this particular juncture in history, they believe they must demonstrate a clear commitment to promoting equality of access, visibility, and resources through their institutional practice, without evaluating creative viewpoints on the Western arts and culture system and its market.
Eligibility:
- Outstanding international artists in visual arts, film, literature, or music & sound.
- Established artists with a distinct voice and recognized work.
- No age limit and no academic background required.
- Must critically engage with historical or contemporary issues, not just aesthetics.
- Applications accepted only for: film, literature, and music & sound.
- Visual arts category: by nomination only, not open for direct application.
- The program receives hundreds of applications; only a limited number of fellowships are available.
Apply Here: https://www.daad.de/en/studying-in-germany/scholarships/music-art/daad-artists-in-berlin/