2027 RAVE Scholarship in Germany

2027 RAVE Scholarship in Germany

Scholarship on the management of cultural heritage and the transformation of museums and exhibition centres.

This scholarship enables cultural practitioners from countries on the DAC list to stay with host institutions.

Supported by the Alexander Rave Foundation and administered by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa), the scholarship aims to provide participants a chance to deepen their knowledge in cultural heritage management while engaging with international experts and professionals in Germany.

This prestigious program focuses on preserving, managing, and promoting cultural heritage through innovative approaches, sustainable development practices, and international cooperation.

Thus, the scholarship strengthens ifa’s contribution to creating worldwide interpersonal understanding and trust and to promoting democratic civil societies.

The focus is on transcultural dialogue and engaging with cultural heritage, collections and archive records. Funding is provided for mutual knowledge transfer and the creation of sustainable networks.

At the same time, the scholarship makes a contribution to supporting freedom in art and science, freedom of opinion and open debates.

Summary of the 2027 RAVE Scholarship

• Type: Scholarship
• Country to study: Germany
• Eligible Countries: Countries on the DAC list
• Program Period: February – December 2027
• Duration: 3 to 6 Months
• Benefits: €1,500 monthly stipend, Round-trip travel expenses, Visa costs coverage, Comprehensive health insurance, Family allowance and lots more
• Deadline: 30th June, 2026

Eligibility Requirement for the 2027 RAVE Scholarship

Applicants must:

• Be from a country listed on the DAC List
• Be working professionally in cultural heritage, collections, archives, or museum-related fields
• Be one of the following:
  • Curator
  • Restorer
  • Cultural mediator
  • Culture manager
• Have completed higher education or vocational training
• Demonstrate strong English proficiency
• Secure a non-commercial host institution in Germany
• Develop a project proposal jointly with the host institution
• Be available for an on-site stay in Germany during 2027

Focus Areas

• Cultural participation
• Sustainability
• Non-discriminatory spaces
• Decolonial working methods

What you’ll gain from participating in the 2027 RAVE Scholarship

Scholarship covers:

• €1,500 monthly stipend
• Round-trip travel expenses
• Visa costs coverage
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Monthly public transportation pass
• Family allowance (€250 for spouse and €250 per child)
• Up to €500 for language courses
• Access to professional networks and cultural institutions across Germany

This prestigious scholarship provides cultural professionals with an opportunity to:

• Gain international experience in Germany
• Work with renowned museums and archives
• Develop expertise in heritage management
• Build global professional networks
• Contribute to innovative and inclusive museum practices
• Receive full financial support throughout the program

Apply Here for the 2027 RAVE Scholarship