PROMOS-Stipendium (Auslandsmobilitaet)
by HAWK International Office (DAAD PROMOS programme, BMBF-funded)
Stipend
Monthly partial scholarship (country-dependent)
Duration
1 - 6 months
Level
Bachelor, Master
Deadline
15 Nov 2025 for following year; 31 May 2026 for remaining funds (periods until end of year)
Overview
Partial scholarships for study, internship, or thesis abroad worldwide (outside Erasmus+ countries). Monthly partial scholarship + travel allowance. Two application deadlines per year. Open to all enrolled students (German and international) at HAWK.
Provider
HAWK International Office (DAAD PROMOS programme, BMBF-funded)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
German and international students enrolled at HAWK
Degree Levels
Bachelor, Master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Monthly partial scholarship (country-dependent) + travel allowance
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled HAWK student (degree-seeking)
- study/internship/thesis abroad outside EU/Erasmus+ countries
- not simultaneously funded by other DAAD programmes
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Travel Allowance
Contribution toward flights to and from Germany
Study Abroad
Semester, internship or thesis at a partner university abroad
In the provider's words
- travel costs
- monthly living costs abroad
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
- Monthly partial scholarship (country-dependent) + travel allowance
- Duration
- 1 - 6 months
- Degree Levels
- Bachelor Master
- Deadline
- 15 Nov 2025 for following year; 31 May 2026 for remaining funds (periods until end of year)
- Who Can Apply
- German and international students enrolled at HAWK
Frequently Asked Questions About the PROMOS-Stipendium (Auslandsmobilitaet)
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