Deutschlandstipendium der Hochschule fuer Musik Karlsruhe
by Hochschule fuer Musik Karlsruhe (BMBF national scholarship programme)
Stipend
3,600 EUR/year (300 EUR/month)
Duration
usually 1 year
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
annual: expression of interest by email (subject 'Deutschlandstipendium') by 18 June; full documents via drop folder by 23 June
Overview
14 scholarships per winter semester for particularly gifted and high-performing students enrolled in a Bachelor or Master programme; 3,600 EUR per year paid in instalments, half private sponsors and half federal ministry; income- and parent-independent, no BAfoeG offset.
Provider
Hochschule fuer Musik Karlsruhe (BMBF national scholarship programme)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
3,600 EUR/year (300 EUR/month)
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled Bachelor/Master students
- selection on grades (HZB grade for first-years, study performance otherwise) plus achievements, engagement, special personal/family circumstances
- main-subject teacher recommendation required
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- living_expenses
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
- 3,600 EUR/year (300 EUR/month)
- Duration
- usually 1 year
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- annual: expression of interest by email (subject 'Deutschlandstipendium') by 18 June; full documents via drop folder by 23 June
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium der Hochschule fuer Musik Karlsruhe
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