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Aufstiegsstipendium (for professionals with vocational training)

by Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung (BMBF) / SBB Stiftung

Stipend

Varies (up to EUR 850/month

Duration

Standard period of study

Level

Bachelor

Deadline

Per SBB deadlines

Overview

The Aufstiegsstipendium supports committed professionals with vocational training and work experience in undertaking a first academic degree. Listed by HSRW as a funding option.

Provider

Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung (BMBF) / SBB Stiftung

Type

university Scholarship

Who Can Apply

German citizens / EU citizens with settlement permit

Degree Levels

Bachelor

Benefits & Financial Support

Funding Amount

Varies (up to EUR 850/month + child allowance + travel allowance)

Eligibility Requirements

Professionals with completed vocational training and at least 2 years work experience, starting first academic degree.

What This Scholarship Covers

Living Allowance

Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses

Travel Allowance

Contribution toward flights to and from Germany

Family & Childcare

Child allowance or childcare support for student parents

In the provider's words

monthly stipend
child allowance
travel allowance

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.

Apply on Official Portal Official Info Page

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: Varies (up to EUR 850/month + child allowance + travel allowance)
Duration: Standard period of study
Degree Levels: Bachelor
Deadline: Per SBB deadlines
Who Can Apply: German citizens / EU citizens with settlement permit

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Related Resources

Frequently Asked Questions About the Aufstiegsstipendium (for professionals with vocational training)

The Aufstiegsstipendium (for professionals with vocational training) provides Varies (up to EUR 850/month + child allowance + travel allowance). The exact amount may vary depending on your study level, programme, and personal circumstances.

Professionals with completed vocational training and at least 2 years work experience, starting first academic degree.

The application deadline is: Per SBB deadlines. We recommend starting your application at least 3 months before the deadline to allow time for document preparation.

The target group for this scholarship is: German citizens / EU citizens with settlement permit. Indian students are generally eligible for most German scholarships if they meet the academic and language requirements.

This scholarship covers: monthly stipend, child allowance, travel allowance.

To apply: (1) Check you meet the eligibility requirements, (2) Prepare all required documents including transcripts, CV, motivation letter, and language certificates, (3) Submit your application through the official portal before the deadline. Apply at: https://www.sbb-stipendien.de/aufstiegsstipendium

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