Weiterbildungsstipendium des BMBF
Stipend
up to EUR 9,135 over three years plus contributions towards tuition fees, travel/accommodation for seminars and work materials
Duration
up to 3 years
Level
bachelor
Overview
Federal scholarship supporting young talented professionals with a completed recognised vocational apprenticeship in their further education - independent of subject area and explicitly suited to the part-time distance programmes of Euro-FH.
Provider
Bundesministerium fuer Bildung und Forschung / SBB Stiftung Begabtenfoerderung berufliche Bildung (listed by Euro-FH)
Type
university Scholarship
Degree Levels
bachelor
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
up to EUR 9,135 over three years plus contributions towards tuition fees, travel/accommodation for seminars and work materials
Eligibility Requirements
- Under 25 years old at scholarship start, no higher education degree yet, very good final apprenticeship examination or recommendation from vocational school/training company
- further education must be part-time alongside work
What This Scholarship Covers
Tuition Fees
Full or partial tuition waiver at German universities
Books & Materials
Annual allowance for books and study supplies
Mentoring & Network
Seminars, workshops and access to the funder's network
In the provider's words
- tuition_fees
- seminar_costs
- work_materials
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.
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.
Quick Facts
- Amount
- up to EUR 9,135 over three years plus contributions towards tuition fees, travel/accommodation for seminars and work materials
- Duration
- up to 3 years
- Degree Levels
- bachelor
Frequently Asked Questions About the Weiterbildungsstipendium des BMBF
Other University Scholarships
Aufstiegsstipendium des BMBF
Bundesministerium fuer Bildung und Forschung / SBB (listed by Euro-FH)
Federal scholarship for experienced, motivated professionals taking up a first degree full-time or part-time - ideal for the Euro-FH distance-learning model; in...