Thüringer Graduiertenförderung (TU Ilmenau)
by Free State of Thuringia / TU Ilmenau
Stipend
EUR 1,400/month
Duration
Doctoral phase (per state guidelines)
Level
doctorate
Deadline
1 April / 1 October annually
Overview
Thuringian state graduate funding for doctoral candidates at TU Ilmenau. Monthly EUR 1,400. Application deadlines 1 April and 1 October annually.
Provider
Free State of Thuringia / TU Ilmenau
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Not specified; doctoral candidates at Thuringian universities
Degree Levels
doctorate
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 1,400/month
Eligibility Requirements
Doctoral candidates at TU Ilmenau meeting Thuringian Graduiertenförderung criteria.
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Research Allowance
Additional funds for research materials and activities
In the provider's words
- doctoral living stipend
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
- EUR 1,400/month
- Duration
- Doctoral phase (per state guidelines)
- Degree Levels
- doctorate
- Deadline
- 1 April / 1 October annually
- Who Can Apply
- Not specified; doctoral candidates at Thuringian universities
Frequently Asked Questions About the Thüringer Graduiertenförderung (TU Ilmenau)
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