BAföG für Polizeistudierende (via Studierendenwerk Hamburg)
by Studierendenwerk Hamburg / Amt für Ausbildungsförderung Hamburg
Stipend
BAfoeG standard rates (half grant/half loan); Studienstarthilfe 1,000 EUR one-time
Duration
Standard period of study (Foerderungshöchstdauer)
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
As early as possible (retroactive to month of application); Studienstarthilfe: within 1 month of study start
Overview
Police students at Akademie der Polizei Hamburg are eligible for BAföG (listed explicitly in STW Hamburg's eligible institutions). They can apply via bafoeg-digital.de. BAföG provides half grant/half interest-free loan up to 10,010 EUR total repayment cap. Also Studienstarthilfe (1,000 EUR one-time) for first-semester students under 25 receiving social benefits.
Provider
Studierendenwerk Hamburg / Amt für Ausbildungsförderung Hamburg
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
German nationals and Bildungsinlaender per BAfoeG rules
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
BAfoeG standard rates (half grant/half loan); Studienstarthilfe 1,000 EUR one-time
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled at Akademie der Polizei Hamburg
- financial need per BAfoeG means test
- age limits apply
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Health Insurance
Mandatory health, accident, and liability insurance
In the provider's words
- living expenses
- health insurance supplement
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
- BAfoeG standard rates (half grant/half loan); Studienstarthilfe 1,000 EUR one-time
- Duration
- Standard period of study (Foerderungshöchstdauer)
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- As early as possible (retroactive to month of application); Studienstarthilfe: within 1 month of study start
- Who Can Apply
- German nationals and Bildungsinlaender per BAfoeG rules
Frequently Asked Questions About the BAföG für Polizeistudierende (via Studierendenwerk Hamburg)
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