Auslands-BAföG (BAföG for Semester Abroad)
by Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), administered via BAföG offices
Stipend
Domestic BAföG rate
Duration
Semester abroad period
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
Early application recommended (responsible BAföG office per destination)
Overview
Students often entitled to BAföG abroad even if not eligible in Germany. Covers tuition fees and living expenses. Responsible BAföG offices: New York (Studierendenwerk Hamburg), Kuala Lumpur (Studierendenwerk Tubingen), Sydney (Studierendenwerk Marburg). Referenced on Fresenius StudyPlus funding page.
Provider
Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), administered via BAföG offices
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Domestic BAföG rate + tuition fees abroad + living expenses abroad
Eligibility Requirements
- Fresenius students accepted for semester abroad
- financial need assessment
- even students not eligible for domestic BAföG may qualify abroad.
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
- tuition fees abroad
- living expenses abroad
- travel 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.
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Quick Facts
- Amount
- Domestic BAföG rate + tuition fees abroad + living expenses abroad
- Duration
- Semester abroad period
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- Early application recommended (responsible BAföG office per destination)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Auslands-BAföG (BAföG for Semester Abroad)
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