Auslands-BAföG
by BAföG-Amt (via Ostfalia International Student Office)
Stipend
Per BAföG rates (higher for abroad)
Duration
Duration of study abroad
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
Per BAföG-Amt
Overview
Federal funding for study abroad for BAföG-eligible students. Higher funding rates abroad may make students eligible who aren't in Germany. Info via Ostfalia ISO.
Provider
BAföG-Amt (via Ostfalia International Student Office)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
BAföG-eligible students (German/EU with residency)
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Per BAföG rates (higher for abroad)
Eligibility Requirements
- BAföG eligibility criteria met
- study abroad approved
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Travel Allowance
Contribution toward flights to and from Germany
Study Abroad
Semester, internship or thesis at a partner university abroad
In the provider's words
- living expenses abroad
- tuition fees (partial)
- 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.
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
- Per BAföG rates (higher for abroad)
- Duration
- Duration of study abroad
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- Per BAföG-Amt
- Who Can Apply
- BAföG-eligible students (German/EU with residency)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Auslands-BAföG
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