Deutschlandstipendium - Leuphana Universitaet Lueneburg
Stipend
300 EUR per month
Duration
Two semesters (from 1 April); maximum funding period follows the standard period of study
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Annual window; current round announced as 1 - 15 February 2027 (for funding from the following April)
Overview
Talent-based scholarship for enrolled Leuphana students: half funded privately, half federally. Selection considers performance plus social engagement and special social circumstances. Awards run for two semesters beginning 1 April each year, paid regardless of income and combinable with BAfoeG; double funding from other merit-based Begabtenfoerderwerke is excluded. In the summer semester 2026 round, 32 new scholarship places were awarded.
Provider
Leuphana Universitaet Lueneburg with private sponsors (companies, foundations, private individuals) and the federal government
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None stated - open to all enrolled Leuphana students
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
300 EUR per month
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled Bachelor students in the College, Master students in the Graduate School, and Bachelor/Master students of the Professional School. Application is made online for the degree programme in which enrolment exists or has been applied for
- no letters of recommendation accepted.
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 per month
- Duration
- Two semesters (from 1 April); maximum funding period follows the standard period of study
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Annual window; current round announced as 1 - 15 February 2027 (for funding from the following April)
- Who Can Apply
- None stated - open to all enrolled Leuphana students
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium - Leuphana Universitaet Lueneburg
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