Deutschlandstipendium + Studienstiftung der HFT Stuttgart
by HFT Stuttgart / BMFTR + private sponsors / HFT Foundation
Stipend
300 EUR/month (EUR 3,600/year)
Duration
2 semesters per cycle, multiple cycles possible; funding starts 1 September (winter semester)
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
Annual call ahead of funding start 1 September; applications via HFT-Wiki portal
Overview
Two scholarship programmes run jointly: Deutschlandstipendium and the HFT Stuttgart foundation scholarship. One online application covers both; selection across four funding criteria including outstanding grades and 'students in special circumstances' (which explicitly includes financing through part-time jobs, BAfoeG/student loans, second tuition fees, and tuition fees for international students).
Provider
HFT Stuttgart / BMFTR + private sponsors / HFT Foundation
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None stated - international students' tuition fee burden is an explicit selection factor
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
300 EUR/month (EUR 3,600/year)
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled HFT Stuttgart students
- apply on two of four criteria (performance, engagement, special personal/family circumstances, social situation)
- income-independent.
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- living expenses
- tuition fees for international students under special-circumstances criterion
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 (EUR 3,600/year)
- Duration
- 2 semesters per cycle, multiple cycles possible; funding starts 1 September (winter semester)
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- Annual call ahead of funding start 1 September; applications via HFT-Wiki portal
- Who Can Apply
- None stated - international students' tuition fee burden is an explicit selection factor
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium + Studienstiftung der HFT Stuttgart
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