Stipendien von Stiftungen (external foundations listed by AKAD)
by Various foundations / AKAD University (information portal)
Stipend
varies by foundation
Duration
varies
Level
bachelor, master, mba
Deadline
varies by foundation
Overview
AKAD provides an overview of major external foundations awarding scholarships for distance/online studies (e.g., Studienstiftung, Avicenna, Cusanuswerk, Ernst Ludwig Ehrlich, Evangelisches Villigst, Friedrich Ebert, Friedrich Naumann, Hans Böckler, Heinrich Böll, Konrad Adenauer, Rosa Luxemburg, Klaus Murmann, SDW). Not AKAD-internal but listed on AKAD financing page.
Provider
Various foundations / AKAD University (information portal)
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
varies by foundation
Degree Levels
bachelor, master, mba
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
varies by foundation
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled AKAD students
- apply directly to each foundation
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- monthly_stipend
- ideal_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
- Amount
- varies by foundation
- Duration
- varies
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master mba
- Deadline
- varies by foundation
- Who Can Apply
- varies by foundation
Frequently Asked Questions About the Stipendien von Stiftungen (external foundations listed by AKAD)
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