Scholarship for Students With Refugee Status

Overview

Programme Description

The scholarship is aimed at refugees who are studying at German institutions of higher education. Candidates from all disciplines and subjects are welcome to apply. The grant amount is of up to 812 EUR each month plus 300 EUR flat rate for study costs and covers the entire course of studies. Further support includes individual mentoring as well as additional seminars, activities and services.

Target Group

Refugees of any religious denomination studying at German institutions of higher education. Applicants show respect toward other religious beliefs and openness to interact with others.

Academic Requirements

• Admission to a German higher education institution. The university must be state or state-recognised.
• The course of study is face-to-face and full-time.
• Students whose studies have not exceeded 3 semesters are eligible to apply. It is not possible to apply for the scholarship for a postgraduate Master's programme only.
• Applicants must not yet have completed a degree that is recognised in Germany or has been classified as equivalent to a German degree.

Duration

the entire course of studies

Scholarship Value

• monthly stipend of up to 812 EUR plus 300 EUR allowance for study costs
• individual mentoring
• additional support

Application Papers

Please find the application forms and further details on the application procedure here.

Application Deadline

Application periods:

• 15 October to 1 March (midnight) for funding beginning in the winter semester
• 15 April to 1 September (midnight) for funding beginning in the summer semester The earlier the application is submitted in full, the more likely it is that applicants will be offered a place in the selection process.