Deutschlandstipendium
by Universitaet Ulm / federal-private co-financing (Deutschlandstipendium)
Stipend
EUR 300/month
Duration
1 year (funding period 1 Oct - 30 Sep)
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Annual online application window in October (2025 round: 9 - 23 October 2025)
Overview
National scholarship programme at Ulm University: talented and high-performing students funded regardless of income; half financed by private sponsors, half by the federal government. 84 scholarships awarded from WS 2025/26.
Provider
Universitaet Ulm / federal-private co-financing (Deutschlandstipendium)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300/month
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled Uni Ulm students within the standard period of study (Regelstudienzeit)
- selection on academic performance plus social criteria
- contact deutschlandstipendium(at)uni-ulm.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
- 1 year (funding period 1 Oct - 30 Sep)
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Annual online application window in October (2025 round: 9 - 23 October 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Deutschlandstipendium
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