MDH Bildungsfonds (education fund, reverse generation contract)
Stipend
Full tuition coverage during studies; income-dependent repayment afterwards
Duration
Repayment up to 10 payment years after reaching minimum income
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Rolling - via student advisory after receiving study-place offer
Overview
Income-contingent financing: tuition paid upfront by the fund, repayment only after graduation once minimum income of 25,000 EUR/year is reached, for max. 10 payment years. Combinable with BAfoeG.
Provider
Brain Capital GmbH for mdh
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
See fund contract (open to mdh students incl. international)
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Full tuition coverage during studies; income-dependent repayment afterwards
Eligibility Requirements
Admission to an mdh study place followed by selection interview with Brain Capital GmbH.
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
In the provider's words
- tuition_fees
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
- Full tuition coverage during studies; income-dependent repayment afterwards
- Duration
- Repayment up to 10 payment years after reaching minimum income
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Rolling - via student advisory after receiving study-place offer
- Who Can Apply
- See fund contract (open to mdh students incl. international)
Frequently Asked Questions About the MDH Bildungsfonds (education fund, reverse generation contract)
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