Findings from the scholarship database
This article was originally published in German. The English version is an automatic translation and may contain errors. The German original is authoritative.
• Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
General Information
The Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung supports around 1400 students and doctoral researchers of all disciplines and nationalities at both universities and universities of applied sciences each year.
Who can apply?
Talented German and international students and doctoral researchers of all disciplines are supported. Special consideration is given to, amongst others, women, students with a migration background or from non-academic families.
Requirements
Above-average academic performance, engagement in social and political issues and active engagement with the core values of the Green Foundation.
Type of Support
Scholarship holders receive up to 952 euros per month. Depending on the programme, study allowances can be added. Application deadline winter semester: by 1 September 2022 at the latest.
• Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
General Information
The programmes of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung are aimed at exceptionally talented students and doctoral researchers from Germany and abroad who identify with social democratic values. The FES is committed to equal opportunities and aims to create political and social participation.
Who can apply?
German and international students of all disciplines at universities of applied sciences and universities, as well as graduates, are eligible for support. Applications from women and young people who are the first in their family to study and/or have a migration background are particularly welcome.
Requirements
Commitment to society, identification with the values of social democracy and above-average performance.
Type of Support
Scholarship recipients receive up to 752 euros per month; the calculation is made analogously to BAföG and depends, amongst other things, on parental income. In addition, all scholarship recipients receive a monthly study cost allowance of 300 euros at their free disposal.
Application Deadline
Winter semester: by 31 October 2022 at the latest
Summer semester: by 30 April 2023 at the latest
• Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes
General information
The Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes is the oldest and largest talent promotion organisation in the Federal Republic of Germany. It provides financial and ideational support. Together, with their scholarships, they reach 1 per cent of all students in Germany.
Who can apply?
Students at a state or state-recognised university in Germany in the first and second semester, in conjunction with a study aptitude test.
Requirements
Above-average performance, commitment to social and political issues and social engagement. The Studienstiftung places particular emphasis on willingness to perform and motivation, communication and articulation skills, as well as a broad range of interests.
Type of support
Scholarship holders receive a monthly study cost allowance of 300 euros. Additionally, depending on the family's financial situation, a living allowance of up to 752 euros per month can be received.
Application deadline
The registration phase for the selection test starts in January 2023.
• Avicenna Studentenwerk
General Information
The Avicenna Study Foundation is the most recent of the state-recognised and state-funded talent promotion foundations in Germany. High-achieving and particularly socially engaged Muslim students and doctoral candidates from all fields of study are supported.
Who can apply?
Students at a state or state-recognised university in Germany with Muslim faith.
Requirements
Above-average academic performance and social engagement.
Type of Support
Scholarship holders can receive an income-dependent basic scholarship of up to 735 euros per month. All scholarship holders are granted a study cost allowance of 300 euros per month.
Application Deadline
Winter semester: 1 April 2023
Summer semester: 1 October 2022
