Bildungskredit / KfW-Studienkredit (Berlin International)
Stipend
Bildungskredit: up to EUR 300/month (max. EUR 7,200); KfW: up to EUR 650/month
Duration
Bildungskredit: max 24 months; KfW: standard period of study
Level
bachelor (from 2nd year / KfW from 1st), master
Deadline
Ongoing
Overview
Federal education loan (Bildungskredit) for advanced study phases and KfW student loan for all study phases. Available to Berlin International students.
Provider
Bundesverwaltungsamt / KfW
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
German citizens / eligible residence status
Degree Levels
bachelor (from 2nd year / KfW from 1st), master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Bildungskredit: up to EUR 300/month (max. EUR 7,200); KfW: up to EUR 650/month
Eligibility Requirements
Berlin International students per programme criteria.
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Emergency Aid
Hardship grants or interest-free loans for acute need
In the provider's words
- living costs (loan)
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
- Bildungskredit: up to EUR 300/month (max. EUR 7,200); KfW: up to EUR 650/month
- Duration
- Bildungskredit: max 24 months; KfW: standard period of study
- Degree Levels
- bachelor (from 2nd year / KfW from 1st) master
- Deadline
- Ongoing
- Who Can Apply
- German citizens / eligible residence status
Frequently Asked Questions About the Bildungskredit / KfW-Studienkredit (Berlin International)
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