Skip to main content
All Scholarships
University Scholarship

Startklar-Stipendium

by MLU International Office, funded by DAAD

Stipend

400 EUR/month

Duration

Up to 5 months per award, extension by one further semester possible

Level

Bachelor, Master, Studienkolleg

Overview

Twice-yearly scholarships for graduates of MLU partner schools and PASCH schools (Studienkolleg students may also apply), awarded to particularly suitable applicants starting at MLU or Studienkolleg Halle.

Provider

MLU International Office, funded by DAAD

Type

university Scholarship

Who Can Apply

Graduates of partner/PASCH schools abroad; dual citizens (incl. German) only under strict DAAD conditions (born and raised abroad, continuous attendance at partner school etc.)

Degree Levels

Bachelor, Master, Studienkolleg

Benefits & Financial Support

Funding Amount

400 EUR/month

Eligibility Requirements

  • Successful application plus enrolment at MLU or Studienkolleg Halle
  • continuation requires good first-semester results and essay.

What This Scholarship Covers

Living Allowance

Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses

In the provider's words

  • living expenses

How to Apply

1

Check Eligibility

Verify you meet the nationality, degree level, academic, and language requirements listed above.

2

Prepare Documents

Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, letters of recommendation, language certificates, and motivation letter.

3

Find a Programme

Identify the German university and programme you want to study. Some scholarships require university admission before applying.

4

Submit Application

Apply through the official application portal before the deadline. Upload all required documents as PDFs.

5

Interview & Selection

If shortlisted, attend an interview (may be online). Selection committees assess academic merit, motivation, and fit.

6

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.

Need Help With Your Application?

Scholarship applications are competitive: a strong profile evaluation, polished SOP, and the right university selection make the difference. GradGermany's experts can help at every step.

Want our guides higher up in Google?

Mark GradGermany as a preferred source and Google gives our pages more room when you search about studying in Germany. Takes one tap, and you can undo it any time from the same screen.

Add as preferred source

Quick Facts

Amount
400 EUR/month
Duration
Up to 5 months per award, extension by one further semester possible
Degree Levels
Bachelor Master Studienkolleg
Who Can Apply
Graduates of partner/PASCH schools abroad; dual citizens (incl. German) only under strict DAAD conditions (born and raised abroad, continuous attendance at partner school etc.)

Frequently Asked Questions About the Startklar-Stipendium

The Startklar-Stipendium provides 400 EUR/month. The exact amount may vary depending on your study level, programme, and personal circumstances.
Successful application plus enrolment at MLU or Studienkolleg Halle; continuation requires good first-semester results and essay.
Deadlines vary by programme and year. Check the official website for the most current application dates.
The target group for this scholarship is: Graduates of partner/PASCH schools abroad; dual citizens (incl. German) only under strict DAAD conditions (born and raised abroad, continuous attendance at partner school etc.). Indian students are generally eligible for most German scholarships if they meet the academic and language requirements.
This scholarship covers: living expenses.
To apply: (1) Check you meet the eligibility requirements, (2) Prepare all required documents including transcripts, CV, motivation letter, and language certificates, (3) Submit your application through the official portal before the deadline. Apply at: https://www.international.uni-halle.de/international_office/students/international_students/partnerschulen/startklarstipendium/

Other University Scholarships

Deutschlandstipendium (MLU Halle-Wittenberg)

MLU Halle-Wittenberg / BMFTR + private sponsors

Germany Scholarship recognising achievement and community involvement; awarded since winter semester 2011, income-independent, combinable with BAfoeG.

300 EUR/month
Bachelor, Master
Usually two semesters or until end of standard study period
Open to students from all over the world; doctoral students, extramural/guest students and incoming ERASMUS exchange students not supported
Living costs

STIBET scholarships for international students and doctoral candidates

MLU International Office, funded by DAAD from Federal Foreign Office (AA) means

Four-month scholarships for international students/doctoral candidates who face particular individual challenges (Equal Opportunity scholarship) or show excepti...

Master, Doctorate, Bachelor
4 months
Deadline: Announced per round (summer semester 2026 round closed; winter 2026/27 published on the same page)
International students and doctoral candidates
Living costs

Landesstipendium des Landes Sachsen-Anhalt für besonders begabte Studierende an der MLU. Einmalzahlung 500 €. Bewerbung gemeinsam mit Deutschlandstipendium mögl...

500 € einmalig
Bachelor, Master, Staatsexamen, Promotion
Einmalig
Deadline: Mit Deutschlandstipendium-Bewerbung (01.06.)
Keine
General funding