Deutschlandstipendium (Hochschule RheinMain)
Stipend
EUR 300 per month
Duration
Usually 12 months, extendable to standard period of study
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
Annual application round via the online portal (2026 round open until 11 August 2026)
Overview
Merit-and-engagement scholarship of EUR 300 per month for talented, committed HSRM students, normally awarded for 12 months and extendable up to the standard period of study. Selection criteria: enrolment (or upcoming enrolment) at HSRM, within standard period of study, at least 2 semesters remaining at scholarship start, very good academic performance, social/societal engagement, and social/family/personal circumstances. Applications go through the dedicated online portal (destip.hs-rm.de); prior recipients receive preferential treatment in renewal rounds if performance is maintained. Decisions are made by the university presidency (typically announced end of September).
Provider
Hochschule RheinMain (federal Deutschlandstipendium programme, co-funded by companies, organisations and private individuals)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None stated - open to enrolled HSRM students
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300 per month
Eligibility Requirements
- Very good academic performance plus social engagement
- at least 2 semesters of study remaining when funding starts
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
- Usually 12 months, extendable to standard period of study
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- Annual application round via the online portal (2026 round open until 11 August 2026)
- Who Can Apply
- None stated - open to enrolled HSRM students
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium (Hochschule RheinMain)
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