UDE-Stipendium (Deutschlandstipendium at Universitaet Duisburg-Essen)
by Universitaet Duisburg-Essen / BMBF Deutschlandstipendium programme
Stipend
EUR 300/month
Duration
1 year (starts each October/winter semester)
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Annual online application in summer (for funding starting with the winter semester)
Overview
Part of the nationwide Deutschlandstipendium, the UDE scholarship rewards excellent students with EUR 300 per month. Sponsors from business, foundations and associations donate EUR 1,800 per study year and the federal government adds the same amount. Funding always starts in October and lasts one year. Bachelor and master students within the standard period of study as well as prospective UDE applicants may apply; international students can apply once enrolled (or contact the International Office beforehand).
Provider
Universitaet Duisburg-Essen / BMBF Deutschlandstipendium programme
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
None; open to international and German students
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
EUR 300/month
Eligibility Requirements
- Excellent academic performance
- enrolled UDE students or applicants intending to enrol at UDE
- online application during the annual summer call.
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
In the provider's words
- living/study allowance
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 300/month
- Duration
- 1 year (starts each October/winter semester)
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Annual online application in summer (for funding starting with the winter semester)
- Who Can Apply
- None; open to international and German students
Frequently Asked Questions About the UDE-Stipendium (Deutschlandstipendium at Universitaet Duisburg-Essen)
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