Monthly student grant (Bachelor of Music and Preparatory Program)
Stipend
EUR 861 per month (academic year 2025-26)
Duration
Every month of enrolment
Level
Bachelor, Preparatory Program
Deadline
No separate application; granted upon enrolment (admission applications close early January each year)
Overview
All enrolled Bachelor of Music and Preparatory Program students receive a means-independent, non-repayable monthly grant for every month of enrolment. There are no tuition or course fees for any students at the Akademie. The grant is part of enrolment - no separate scholarship application.
Provider
Barenboim-Said Akademie
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None - paid to all enrolled BMus and Preparatory students regardless of nationality or means
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Preparatory Program
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 861 per month (academic year 2025-26)
Eligibility Requirements
Enrolment in the Bachelor of Music or Preparatory Program at the Barenboim-Said Akademie
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- monthly living-cost grant
- no 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
- EUR 861 per month (academic year 2025-26)
- Duration
- Every month of enrolment
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Preparatory Program
- Deadline
- No separate application; granted upon enrolment (admission applications close early January each year)
- Who Can Apply
- None - paid to all enrolled BMus and Preparatory students regardless of nationality or means
Frequently Asked Questions About the Monthly student grant (Bachelor of Music and Preparatory Program)
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