Aufstiegsstipendium
by Stiftung Begabtenförderung berufliche Bildung
Stipend
EUR 992/month (full-time) or EUR 2,900/year (part-time)
Duration
Standard period of study
Level
Bachelor, Master (first degree)
Deadline
Per SBB calls
Overview
Supports professionals with vocational training and 2+ years work experience pursuing first university degree (full-time or part-time).
Provider
Stiftung Begabtenförderung berufliche Bildung
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
German citizens / EU citizens with residency
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master (first degree)
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 992/month (full-time) or EUR 2,900/year (part-time) + child allowance
Eligibility Requirements
- Vocational training + 2+ years work experience
- first degree
- talent and commitment
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Family & Childcare
Child allowance or childcare support for student parents
In the provider's words
- monthly stipend
- child 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.
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
- EUR 992/month (full-time) or EUR 2,900/year (part-time) + child allowance
- Duration
- Standard period of study
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master (first degree)
- Deadline
- Per SBB calls
- Who Can Apply
- German citizens / EU citizens with residency
Frequently Asked Questions About the Aufstiegsstipendium
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