SDI-Stipendien (Integrationsstipendium und Foerderprogramme der Gesellschaft der Foerderer)
by Gesellschaft der Foerderer des SDI Muenchen e.V. with business sponsors and private donors
Overview
As a non-profit educational institution the SDI runs several funding lines administered by its sponsors' society (founded in the 1950s): Integrationsstipendium covering tuition fees for refugees; general funding of tuition/training fees; Begabten-Stipendium supporting gifted graduates of the Berufsfachschule including early employer contacts; indirect support via work-study placements.
Provider
Gesellschaft der Foerderer des SDI Muenchen e.V. with business sponsors and private donors
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Integrationsstipendium: refugees
Degree Levels
bachelor, master, vocational
Benefits & Financial Support
Eligibility Requirements
- Personal engagement, financial situation and evidence of good grades are decisive across all SDI scholarships
- decisions taken jointly by the Gesellschaft der Foerderer, sponsors and the SDI
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
In the provider's words
- tuition_reduction
- integration_support
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
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master vocational
- Who Can Apply
- Integrationsstipendium: refugees
Frequently Asked Questions About the SDI-Stipendien (Integrationsstipendium und Foerderprogramme der Gesellschaft der Foerderer)
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