Overview
Performance-independent scholarship aimed at socially engaged or disadvantaged applicants, people with family obligations or exceptional motivation; primarily directed at full-time and part-time students since dual students usually have fees paid by their employer. No legal entitlement to amount, duration or start.
Provider
IST-Hochschule fuer Management
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Eligibility Requirements
- Single PDF application by e-mail with tabular CV, higher education entrance qualification, 1-2 page motivation letter, professional qualifications/references, evidence of social/family/civic engagement if available
- simultaneous Deutschlandstipendium receipt excludes this award (no double funding)
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
In the provider's words
- tuition_reduction
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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Deutschlandstipendium
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