Deutschlandstipendium an der Bergischen Universitaet Wuppertal
by Bergische Universitaet Wuppertal
Stipend
EUR 300 per month
Duration
One funding year (renewable by re-application; max. application in last two semesters of standard study period)
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
23 August 2026 for the following winter semester (annual call)
Overview
Around 250 Germany Scholarships awarded directly by the university each year to new students and enrolled students of all subjects. Not purely merit-based: social engagement and hurdles overcome in the biography weigh as much as grades. Roughly every fourth applicant receives a scholarship.
Provider
Bergische Universitaet Wuppertal
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None - students of all nationalities
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300 per month
Eligibility Requirements
- Incoming students and enrolled students of all disciplines matriculating at BUW at the start of the funding period
- motivation letter emphasising engagement/personal circumstances
- second degrees/part-time studies may rank lower
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Mentoring & Network
Seminars, workshops and access to the funder's network
In the provider's words
- living costs
- networking events with sponsors
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 300 per month
- Duration
- One funding year (renewable by re-application; max. application in last two semesters of standard study period)
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- 23 August 2026 for the following winter semester (annual call)
- Who Can Apply
- None - students of all nationalities
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium an der Bergischen Universitaet Wuppertal
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