Notlagenhilfe / Kurzfristige Darlehen (Emergency Aid)
by Leuphana Universitaet Lueneburg / AStA / Studierendenwerk
Stipend
Kurzfristiges Darlehen: 500 EUR one-time; Studienabschlussdarlehen: 700 EUR over 8 months
Duration
Short-term / 8 months
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
On demand
Overview
Emergency interest-free loans for students in acute financial distress. Offered via AStA and Studierendenwerk. Also Kurzfristiges Darlehen (500 EUR one-time) and Studienabschlussdarlehen (700 EUR over 8 months) via Studentenwerk Göttingen (listed on myStipendium for Leuphana).
Provider
Leuphana Universitaet Lueneburg / AStA / Studierendenwerk
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Enrolled Leuphana students
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Kurzfristiges Darlehen: 500 EUR one-time; Studienabschlussdarlehen: 700 EUR over 8 months
Eligibility Requirements
- Acute financial hardship (Notlage)
- enrolled student
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Research Allowance
Additional funds for research materials and activities
Emergency Aid
Hardship grants or interest-free loans for acute need
In the provider's words
- emergency living expenses
- thesis completion phase
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
- Kurzfristiges Darlehen: 500 EUR one-time; Studienabschlussdarlehen: 700 EUR over 8 months
- Duration
- Short-term / 8 months
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- On demand
- Who Can Apply
- Enrolled Leuphana students
Frequently Asked Questions About the Notlagenhilfe / Kurzfristige Darlehen (Emergency Aid)
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