PROMOS Scholarship (Stays Abroad)
by University of Wuerzburg / DAAD PROMOS (BMBF funds)
Stipend
DAAD country-specific rates (varies by destination)
Duration
1-6 months
Level
Bachelor, Master, State Examination
Deadline
varies (check International Office)
Overview
Performance-based scholarship for study stays (1-6 months), work placements (1-6 months), group field trips and competitions in non-Erasmus countries. Not for PhD students or language courses. Country-specific rates set by DAAD annually.
Provider
University of Wuerzburg / DAAD PROMOS (BMBF funds)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
JMU students (outgoing)
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master, State Examination
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
DAAD country-specific rates (varies by destination)
Eligibility Requirements
JMU students with very good/good performance for stays outside Erasmus countries. Not for PhD, not for language courses. Application via International Office ([email protected]).
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Travel Allowance
Contribution toward flights to and from Germany
In the provider's words
- monthly stipend
- travel allowance
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
- DAAD country-specific rates (varies by destination)
- Duration
- 1-6 months
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master State Examination
- Deadline
- varies (check International Office)
- Who Can Apply
- JMU students (outgoing)
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