DAAD STIBET I Scholarships for International Students (2024 cohort)
by Freie Universitaet Berlin / DAAD STIBET I (Federal Foreign Office funds)
Stipend
EUR 250/month
Duration
10 months (March - December 2024)
Level
Bachelor, Master, State Examination
Deadline
11 February 2024 (past - reference for annual cycle)
Overview
Earlier cohort of DAAD STIBET I scholarships: 6 students awarded EUR 250/month for 10 months (March - December 2024). Same eligibility criteria. Application deadline was 11 February 2024.
Provider
Freie Universitaet Berlin / DAAD STIBET I (Federal Foreign Office funds)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
international students (non-German citizens, entrance qualification abroad)
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master, State Examination
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 250/month
Eligibility Requirements
- International students regularly enrolled at FU Berlin in Bachelor, Master or State Exam (not PhD, not exchange)
- entrance qualification obtained abroad
- not German citizens
- regularly attended courses. Refugee background, children <12, caregivers, disability >=50% or chronic illness prioritized.
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- monthly stipend
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
- EUR 250/month
- Duration
- 10 months (March - December 2024)
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master State Examination
- Deadline
- 11 February 2024 (past - reference for annual cycle)
- Who Can Apply
- international students (non-German citizens, entrance qualification abroad)
Frequently Asked Questions About the DAAD STIBET I Scholarships for International Students (2024 cohort)
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