Deutschlandstipendium at HWG LU
Stipend
EUR 300 per month (150 EUR private sponsor
Duration
At least one year (2 semesters), up to the regular period of study subject to continued eligibility
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Annually April until end of May for the following winter semester
Overview
Annual scholarship awarded for the winter semester to gifted, high-performing students who also show voluntary engagement; selection follows the Stipendienprogramm-Gesetz criteria plus the university's own award statute. Granted as a grant independent of income and not offset against BAfoeG. In 2025/26 35 scholarships were awarded from about 20 sponsors (172 applicants); sponsors include BASF, Pfalzwerke, Sparkasse Vorderpfalz, MLP and others. Renewal possible within the regular study duration after annual review of the criteria; extension of the maximum funding period possible for disability, pregnancy or childcare on request. Contact: Sabine Tarulli ([email protected]).
Provider
Hochschule fuer Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft Ludwigshafen with private sponsors and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research / Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None published - all enrolled HWG LU students may apply
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300 per month (150 EUR private sponsor + 150 EUR federal funds)
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled at HWG LU
- good academic performance plus further criteria (social engagement, personal circumstances) per the selection committee
- application only during the application period via the online portal with signed application agreement attached
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- living costs
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 (150 EUR private sponsor + 150 EUR federal funds)
- Duration
- At least one year (2 semesters), up to the regular period of study subject to continued eligibility
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Annually April until end of May for the following winter semester
- Who Can Apply
- None published - all enrolled HWG LU students may apply
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium at HWG LU
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