International architecture and urban planning graduates planning to start a master’s degree in 2026 now have a fresh opportunity to secure academic funding and recognition through the Neufert Foundation Scholarship 2026 in Germany. The prestigious German foundation is inviting applications from talented bachelor’s graduates in architecture-related fields who are ready to pursue advanced studies and strengthen their global academic profile.
The Neufert Foundation has been supporting future architects and urban thinkers for years by offering financial assistance to promising students beginning their master’s programs either in Germany or abroad. This scholarship is designed to reward creative potential, academic excellence, and innovative thinking in architecture, landscape architecture, and urban development. It is especially attractive for international applicants seeking recognition from a respected European foundation while pursuing postgraduate education.
The scholarship is open to candidates worldwide and provides financial support that can help ease the transition into a master’s degree program in 2026. Although it is a one-time grant, it carries significant academic prestige and supports students committed to shaping the built environment through design and research.
Benefits Offerings of the Neufert Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial and academic recognition to selected candidates preparing for master’s studies in architecture and related disciplines.
- One-time scholarship grant of approximately €2,500
- Financial support for master’s degree studies in architecture, urban planning, or landscape architecture
- Open for master’s studies in Germany or abroad depending on candidate profile
- Recognition from a respected German architecture foundation
- Enhances academic profile for future academic or professional opportunities
- Supports talented students transitioning from bachelor’s to master’s programs
The number of awards varies each year and is limited, making this a competitive and selective scholarship opportunity for outstanding candidates.
Eligibility Requirements to Apply
Applicants must demonstrate strong academic background and creative potential in architecture or related fields in order to stand eligible to apply for Neufert foundation fellowship as required below:
- Open to applicants from all countries worldwide
- Must hold a completed bachelor’s degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or urban planning
- Must be planning to start or already admitted to a master’s degree program in the relevant field
- Strong academic performance and design portfolio required
- Submission of a motivation letter outlining academic goals
- Recommendation letter from a university professor
- Portfolio showcasing academic and design work
- Applications accepted in English or German
Candidates pursuing master’s degrees in architecture-related disciplines and showing strong creative and academic merit are encouraged to apply.
Apply: https://www.neufert-stiftung.de/en/scholarship
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the Neufert Foundation Scholarship 2026 is 15 May 2026. Applicants must ensure their complete application package reaches the foundation within the application period, which typically runs from March to mid-May 2026.