Nothilfefonds
Stipend
Up to EUR 1,000 (interest-free loan)
Duration
Repayable per agreement
Level
Bachelor, Master
Overview
Emergency interest-free loan up to EUR 1,000 for students at HSEL in acute financial crisis. Administered by Studentenwerk Oldenburg.
Provider
Studentenwerk Oldenburg
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Enrolled students at HSEL in acute financial crisis
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Up to EUR 1,000 (interest-free loan)
Eligibility Requirements
Enrolled students at HSEL facing acute financial emergency
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Emergency Aid
Hardship grants or interest-free loans for acute need
In the provider's words
- emergency living expenses
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
- Up to EUR 1,000 (interest-free loan)
- Duration
- Repayable per agreement
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Who Can Apply
- Enrolled students at HSEL in acute financial crisis
Frequently Asked Questions About the Nothilfefonds
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