DAAD STIBET / PROMOS / EPOS (Heidelberg International Office)
by DAAD / Heidelberg University International Office
Stipend
Varies by programme (DAAD standard rates)
Duration
Per programme
Level
bachelor, master, state examination, doctorate
Deadline
Per DAAD / International Office announcements
Overview
Heidelberg International Office administers DAAD funding programmes for international students and outgoing mobility: STIBET (graduation grants for international students), PROMOS (worldwide mobility for German students), EPOS (development-related postgraduate courses), and other DAAD scholarships. Contact International Office for current calls.
Provider
DAAD / Heidelberg University International Office
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Varies by programme (international students / German students)
Degree Levels
bachelor, master, state examination, doctorate
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Varies by programme (DAAD standard rates)
Eligibility Requirements
- Per DAAD programme criteria
- Heidelberg University students.
What This Scholarship Covers
Travel Allowance
Contribution toward flights to and from Germany
Study Abroad
Semester, internship or thesis at a partner university abroad
In the provider's words
- international student graduation grants
- worldwide mobility grants
- development-related postgraduate scholarships
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
- Varies by programme (DAAD standard rates)
- Duration
- Per programme
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master state examination doctorate
- Deadline
- Per DAAD / International Office announcements
- Who Can Apply
- Varies by programme (international students / German students)
Frequently Asked Questions About the DAAD STIBET / PROMOS / EPOS (Heidelberg International Office)
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