Deutschlandstipendium der Hochschule Merseburg
by Hochschule Merseburg (BMBF national scholarship programme with private funders)
Stipend
300 EUR/month
Duration
two semesters, starting each 1 October; re-application possible
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
30 June annually (exclusion deadline; call usually opens around end of April)
Overview
300 EUR/month (150 private sponsors, 150 federal government) for talented, engaged students including first-year entrants; independent of income, not offset against BAfoeG. Roughly 25-30 new scholarships awarded each year (413 granted since 2011).
Provider
Hochschule Merseburg (BMBF national scholarship programme with private funders)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
300 EUR/month
Eligibility Requirements
- All HoMe students within the standard period of study
- selection considers academic performance, personal path, societal engagement, willingness to take responsibility and special social/family/personal circumstances
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
- 300 EUR/month
- Duration
- two semesters, starting each 1 October; re-application possible
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- 30 June annually (exclusion deadline; call usually opens around end of April)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium der Hochschule Merseburg
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