Deutschlandstipendium at the University of Stuttgart
by University of Stuttgart (with BMBF and private donors)
Stipend
EUR 300 per month
Duration
One year (two semesters), re-application each year
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Usually ten days in January (grants start in April); call for 2027/28 expected December 2026
Overview
Merit scholarship considering academic grades plus soft factors such as social engagement and personal circumstances. Half financed by private donors, half by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). Awarded per faculty ranking by a commission; unbound scholarships distributed across Faculties 1-10 by the rectorate. Income-independent and does not reduce BAfoeG; can generally not be combined with other performance-based public funding above EUR 30/month (e.g. DAAD).
Provider
University of Stuttgart (with BMBF and private donors)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None stated
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300 per month
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled University of Stuttgart students (must be enrolled in the summer semester of the funding year)
- last semester of standard study period must not end before the summer semester
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 300 per month
- Duration
- One year (two semesters), re-application each year
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Usually ten days in January (grants start in April); call for 2027/28 expected December 2026
- Who Can Apply
- None stated
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium at the University of Stuttgart
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