Deutschlandstipendium
by BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg / federal-private co-financing (Deutschlandstipendium)
Stipend
EUR 300/month
Duration
initially two semesters, extendable to end of Regelstudienzeit
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Application phase starts each October (award in following summer semester); WS 2025/26 info from late June 2025
Overview
BTU awards Deutschlandstipendien to high-achieving and socially committed students; income-independent, not counted against BAföG, non-repayable. Awarded only for the winter semester; next application round opens in October. 23 scholars in 2025/26 from 13 sponsors (BASF, enviaM, Trumpf, Wacker, etc.).
Provider
BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg / federal-private co-financing (Deutschlandstipendium)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300/month
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be enrolled at BTU, within Regelstudienzeit, GPA at least 2.5 or better (first-year students: school/university GPA)
- motivation letter on voluntary/social engagement scored
- contact deutschlandstipendium+bewerbung(at)b-tu.de
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
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- networking
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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/month
- Duration
- initially two semesters, extendable to end of Regelstudienzeit
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Application phase starts each October (award in following summer semester); WS 2025/26 info from late June 2025
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