THI Erlass-Stipendien (Tuition Waiver Scholarships for International Students)
by Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
Stipend
Full tuition fee waiver (800 EUR/semester Bachelor, 1,200 EUR/semester Master)
Duration
Initially 2 semesters; qualification-based extendable by 1 year based on performance
Level
bachelor, master
Overview
THI charges tuition fees for non-EU/EEA international students (800 EUR/semester Bachelor, 1,200 EUR/semester Master). Two types of waiver scholarships exist: (1) Qualifikationsbezogenes Erlass-Stipendium - automatic nomination at admission for high-achieving students; waiver for 2 semesters, extendable by 1 year if 80% ECTS and grade avg 1.7 (Bachelor) / 2.0 (Master) achieved. (2) Bedürftigkeitsbezogenes Erlass-Stipendium - application-based for students facing financial hardship. Students cannot apply directly for the qualification-based one; they are informed upon admission.
Provider
Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Non-EU/EEA international students (Drittstaatenangehörige) newly enrolling from SoSe 2026
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
Full tuition fee waiver (800 EUR/semester Bachelor, 1,200 EUR/semester Master)
Eligibility Requirements
Qualification-based: automatic nomination at admission for top performers. Need-based: application demonstrating financial hardship. Both require enrolment as international student subject to tuition fees.
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
In the provider's words
- tuition fees
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
- Full tuition fee waiver (800 EUR/semester Bachelor, 1,200 EUR/semester Master)
- Duration
- Initially 2 semesters; qualification-based extendable by 1 year based on performance
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Who Can Apply
- Non-EU/EEA international students (Drittstaatenangehörige) newly enrolling from SoSe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About the THI Erlass-Stipendien (Tuition Waiver Scholarships for International Students)
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