AKAD + Goethe-Institut studienvorbereitender Deutschkurs: discount and tuition credit
by AKAD University (with Goethe-Institut)
Stipend
10% course discount
Duration
one-off credit during study
Level
bachelor, master
Overview
10% discount on selected Goethe-Institut German online courses (A2-C1) for future AKAD students; after proven C1 attainment through the course and subsequent enrolment at AKAD for at least 6 months, up to EUR 350 is credited against monthly tuition fees (promo code AKAD2025). This is AKAD's official support scheme for meeting its C1 German admission requirement.
Provider
AKAD University (with Goethe-Institut)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
applicants who need to reach C1 German for admission
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
10% course discount + up to EUR 350 tuition credit
Eligibility Requirements
- Registration for a qualifying Goethe-Institut preparatory German course, then application to AKAD
- credit requires proven C1 and at least 6 months of study at AKAD
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
Language Course
German language course before or during studies
In the provider's words
- language_course_discount
- tuition_credit
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
Verify you meet the nationality, degree level, academic, and language requirements listed above.
Prepare Documents
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, letters of recommendation, language certificates, and motivation letter.
Find a Programme
Identify the German university and programme you want to study. Some scholarships require university admission before applying.
Submit Application
Apply through the official application portal before the deadline. Upload all required documents as PDFs.
Interview & Selection
If shortlisted, attend an interview (may be online). Selection committees assess academic merit, motivation, and fit.
Receive Decision
Scholarship decisions typically arrive 3-6 months after the deadline. If awarded, complete visa and enrolment procedures.
Application Document Checklist
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae (CV / resume)
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Bachelor's or Master's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts with grades
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, TestDaF, or DSH)
- Letter(s) of recommendation from university professors
- Valid passport copy
- Passport-sized photograph
- University admission letter (if already accepted)
Note: Exact document requirements vary. Always check the official scholarship page for the definitive list.
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Quick Facts
- Amount
- 10% course discount + up to EUR 350 tuition credit
- Duration
- one-off credit during study
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Who Can Apply
- applicants who need to reach C1 German for admission
Frequently Asked Questions About the AKAD + Goethe-Institut studienvorbereitender Deutschkurs: discount and tuition credit
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