Merit scholarships for international students
by Universitaet Hamburg - Department of International Affairs
Stipend
Maximum EUR 992 per month
Duration
2 semesters (12 months); reapplication possible, maximum funding duration 2 years
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Application round ends 15 April (funding commences 1 October)
Overview
Supports outstanding international students in all subjects and at all degree levels so recipients can concentrate fully on their studies.
Provider
Universitaet Hamburg - Department of International Affairs
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Non-German citizens only; applicants eligible for BAfoeG cannot be funded
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Maximum EUR 992 per month
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled degree-seeking international student at Universitaet Hamburg with at least 2 completed semesters (students in 2-year master programmes can apply after 1 completed semester)
- doctoral researchers excluded
- no semester abroad during funding
- scholarship cannot be paid into a foreign bank account
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- living costs
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
- Maximum EUR 992 per month
- Duration
- 2 semesters (12 months); reapplication possible, maximum funding duration 2 years
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Application round ends 15 April (funding commences 1 October)
- Who Can Apply
- Non-German citizens only; applicants eligible for BAfoeG cannot be funded
Frequently Asked Questions About the Merit scholarships for international students
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