ifa RAVE Scholarship 2027 in Germany | Fully Funded Opportunity for Cultural Professionals

Applications are now open for the ifa RAVE Scholarship 2027, a fully funded international fellowship that supports cultural professionals working with museums, collections, archives, and cultural heritage. Funded by the Alexander Rave Foundation and administered by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen, the program enables participants from DAC-listed countries to undertake professional placements at host institutions in Germany.

The scholarship aims to strengthen international cultural exchange, foster long-term cooperation, and support the transformation of museums and exhibition spaces through innovative and inclusive approaches. Key thematic areas include cultural participation, sustainability, non-discriminatory spaces, and decolonial practices.

Scholarship Benefits

Selected fellows will receive:

• Monthly stipend of €1,500 net
• Round-trip travel costs
• Visa fee reimbursement
• Health insurance coverage
• Public transportation pass
• Language course support of up to €500
• Family allowance for accompanying spouse and children (where applicable)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be permanent residents of a DAC-listed country
• Have completed higher education or vocational training
• Work in fields such as:
  • Curating
  • Restoration
  • Museum education/mediation
  • Cultural management
• Have strong English language skills
• Secure a non-commercial host institution in Germany and jointly develop a project proposal
• Not receive another scholarship during the fellowship period

Fellowship Duration

• 3 to 6 months in Germany
• Fellowship period: February 2027 – December 2027
• Up to 10 scholarships are awarded annually.

Required Documents

Applicants typically need:

• Invitation letter from a German host institution
• Joint project concept note
• Reference letter
• CV and supporting documents
• Proof of host institution eligibility and nonprofit status

Why Apply?

The RAVE Scholarship offers a unique opportunity for cultural professionals to gain international experience, work with leading museums and cultural institutions in Germany, expand professional networks, and contribute to global discussions on cultural heritage and museum transformation.

Application Deadline

30 June 2026

Opportunity Summary

• Host Country: Germany
• Program: ifa RAVE Scholarship 2027
• Duration: 3–6 Months
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Eligible Applicants: Cultural Professionals from DAC-Listed Countries
• Fields: Museums, Cultural Heritage, Archives, Collections, Cultural Management
• Deadline: 30 June 2026