Aufstiegsstipendium des BMBF
by Bundesministerium fuer Bildung und Forschung / SBB (listed by Euro-FH)
Stipend
up to EUR 3,045 per year; full-time students receive EUR 992 monthly plus EUR 80 book money and EUR 160 childcare allowance per child under 14
Duration
for the duration of studies (subject to performance reviews)
Level
bachelor, master
Overview
Federal scholarship for experienced, motivated professionals taking up a first degree full-time or part-time - ideal for the Euro-FH distance-learning model; income- and age-independent.
Provider
Bundesministerium fuer Bildung und Forschung / SBB (listed by Euro-FH)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
up to EUR 3,045 per year; full-time students receive EUR 992 monthly plus EUR 80 book money and EUR 160 childcare allowance per child under 14
Eligibility Requirements
- Professionals with completed vocational training and work experience starting a first degree
- three-stage selection procedure via SBB
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- living_expenses
- study_costs
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.
Need Help With Your Application?
Scholarship applications are competitive: a strong profile evaluation, polished SOP, and the right university selection make the difference. GradGermany's experts can help at every step.
Want our guides higher up in Google?
Mark GradGermany as a preferred source and Google gives our pages more room when you search about studying in Germany. Takes one tap, and you can undo it any time from the same screen.
Quick Facts
- Amount
- up to EUR 3,045 per year; full-time students receive EUR 992 monthly plus EUR 80 book money and EUR 160 childcare allowance per child under 14
- Duration
- for the duration of studies (subject to performance reviews)
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
Frequently Asked Questions About the Aufstiegsstipendium des BMBF
Other University Scholarships
Weiterbildungsstipendium des BMBF
Bundesministerium fuer Bildung und Forschung / SBB Stiftung Begabtenfoerderung berufliche Bildung (listed by Euro-FH)
Federal scholarship supporting young talented professionals with a completed recognised vocational apprenticeship in their further education - independent of su...