Bildungskredit (Bundesverwaltungsamt)
Stipend
Bis 300 €/Monat (max. 7.200 € gesamt)
Duration
Max. 24 Monate Auszahlung
Level
Bachelor (ab 3. Semester), Master
Deadline
Laufend
Overview
Zinsgünstiges Darlehen für fortgeschrittenes Studium (ab 3. Semester) zur Finanzierung von Lebenshaltungskosten. Max. 300 €/Monat, max. 7.200 € gesamt. Unabhängig von Einkommen/Eltern.
Provider
Bundesverwaltungsamt / KfW
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Deutsche Staatsangehörigkeit / EU-Bürger / Bildungsinländer
Degree Levels
Bachelor (ab 3. Semester), Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Bis 300 €/Monat (max. 7.200 € gesamt)
Eligibility Requirements
- Immatrikulation an deutscher Hochschule
- Altersgrenze 36 Jahre
- fortgeschrittenes Studium
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- Lebenshaltungskosten (späte Studienphase)
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
- Bis 300 €/Monat (max. 7.200 € gesamt)
- Duration
- Max. 24 Monate Auszahlung
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor (ab 3. Semester) Master
- Deadline
- Laufend
- Who Can Apply
- Deutsche Staatsangehörigkeit / EU-Bürger / Bildungsinländer
Frequently Asked Questions About the Bildungskredit (Bundesverwaltungsamt)
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