Deutschlandstipendium
by TU Bergakademie Freiberg / federal-private co-financing (Deutschlandstipendium)
Stipend
EUR 300/month
Duration
up to 1 year (extendable within Regelstudienzeit)
Level
bachelor, master, diplom
Deadline
WS 2026/27: 1 July - 9 August 2026 (annual call, twice per year)
Overview
TU Bergakademie Freiberg has participated in the Deutschlandstipendium since 2011 (among the first universities); gifted first-year students and enrolled students are funded for outstanding academic performance and social engagement. Currently around 47 recipients per winter semester. Over 1000 scholarships awarded since 2011.
Provider
TU Bergakademie Freiberg / federal-private co-financing (Deutschlandstipendium)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master, diplom
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300/month
Eligibility Requirements
- Beginning or enrolled students at TUBAF
- very good grades plus societal engagement and personal circumstances considered
- contact diana.giersch(at)zuv.tu-freiberg.de
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Mentoring & Network
Seminars, workshops and access to the funder's network
In the provider's words
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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/month
- Duration
- up to 1 year (extendable within Regelstudienzeit)
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master diplom
- Deadline
- WS 2026/27: 1 July - 9 August 2026 (annual call, twice per year)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium
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