CHE-Studienkredit-Test / Deutsche Bildung AG
by CHE / Deutsche Bildung AG (via Ostfalia ISO)
Stipend
Loan (amount varies)
Duration
Study duration + repayment period
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
Per loan provider
Overview
Information on education loans for study abroad. CHE provides comparison test; Deutsche Bildung AG offers income-contingent repayment loans.
Provider
CHE / Deutsche Bildung AG (via Ostfalia ISO)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Students at German universities
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Loan (amount varies)
Eligibility Requirements
Per loan provider criteria
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Study Abroad
Semester, internship or thesis at a partner university abroad
In the provider's words
- living expenses abroad
- tuition fees
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
- Loan (amount varies)
- Duration
- Study duration + repayment period
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- Per loan provider
- Who Can Apply
- Students at German universities
Frequently Asked Questions About the CHE-Studienkredit-Test / Deutsche Bildung AG
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