Aufstiegsstipendium (listed on FHM financing page)
Stipend
735 EUR/month plus 80 EUR book money plus childcare supplement (130 EUR per child under 10)
Duration
Until first professional degree
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Rolling (BMBF programme)
Overview
Federal scholarship for vocationally qualified applicants without higher-education entrance qualification starting a first full-time or part-time degree; income-independent.
Provider
BMBF (SBB GmbH)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None stated
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
735 EUR/month plus 80 EUR book money plus childcare supplement (130 EUR per child under 10)
Eligibility Requirements
- Completed vocational training with average grade at least 1.9 (or 87+/100 points) or national vocational competition success
- min. 2 years professional experience
- employer recommendation otherwise.
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Books & Materials
Annual allowance for books and study supplies
Family & Childcare
Child allowance or childcare support for student parents
In the provider's words
- living_costs
- study_materials
- childcare
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
- 735 EUR/month plus 80 EUR book money plus childcare supplement (130 EUR per child under 10)
- Duration
- Until first professional degree
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Rolling (BMBF programme)
- Who Can Apply
- None stated
Frequently Asked Questions About the Aufstiegsstipendium (listed on FHM financing page)
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