Scholarships in Germany for International Students
Germany offers generous scholarships from the government, political foundations, and universities. While most public universities charge no tuition, these scholarships cover living costs, insurance, and more, making studying in Germany virtually free.
- 1316
- Scholarships Available
- €0
- Tuition at Public Unis
- €934
- Avg Monthly Stipend
- 400+
- Public Universities
All 1,316 scholarships, 18 national and foundation programmes plus 1,298 run by 243 universities
Auslands-BAföG
BAföG-Amt (via Ostfalia International Student Office)
Federal funding for study abroad for BAföG-eligible students. Higher funding rates abroad may make students eligible who aren't in Germany. Info via Ostfalia IS...
Auslands-BAföG (BAföG for Semester Abroad)
Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), administered via BAföG offices
Students often entitled to BAföG abroad even if not eligible in Germany. Covers tuition fees and living expenses. Responsible BAföG offices: New York (Studieren...
Auslands-BAföG (BAföG for Stays Abroad)
Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), administered via BAföG offices
The 'Auslands-BAföG' finances compulsory or voluntary semester abroad (1-2 semesters, max 12 months) within and outside Europe. Also supports internship semeste...
AuslandsBAföG (BAföG for Stays Abroad)
Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), administered via BAföG offices
State funding for stays abroad (1 semester or 12 weeks within university cooperation). Covers domestic BAföG rate plus verifiably necessary tuition fees up to E...
Ausschließlich ideelle Förderung
Various organisations via WHZ
Scholarships offering only non-material support (mentoring, seminars, networking, career events) without monthly stipend. Listed by WHZ as complementary options...
Auszeichnung für Studierende
Universität Hohenheim
General student recognition award. Awarded at Dies academicus.
Avicenna Studienwerk
Avicenna Studienwerk
Islamic foundation scholarship for Muslim students with above-average academics and social engagement. Listed on FB09 Stipendien page.
Avicenna Studienwerk Scholarship
Avicenna-Studienwerk e.V. / University of Wuerzburg
Comprehensive support for talented Muslim students and doctoral candidates through scholarships. Also funds study stays, internships and language courses abroad...
AWM Korntal Scholarship Fund
AWM gGmbH (Akademie fuer Weltmission), Korntal
Scholarship fund financed by 25% of AWM membership fees plus designated donations; grants are credited toward the student's next course fees at CIU Korntal.
Bachelor of Arts Scholarships
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
For the Bachelor of Arts programme, Frankfurt School awards scholarships with 15%, 25% or 50% tuition reduction. Includes Frankfurt School Scholarship (exceptio...
Baden-Wuerttemberg-STIPENDIUM
HFT Stuttgart International Office / state of Baden-Wuerttemberg
Supports exchange of highly qualified international students between Baden-Wuerttemberg institutions and universities outside the ERASMUS area, including a deve...
Baden-Wuerttemberg-Stipendium
Baden-Wuerttemberg-Stiftung / Universitaet Ulm
Scholarship for study abroad at partner universities outside the EU. Monthly funding of approx. EUR 800 for students nominated for an exchange place. Based on r...
Baden-Württemberg Scholarship
Baden-Württemberg Foundation / SRH University
Scholarship for students from Baden-Württemberg (Karlsruhe, Stuttgart, Heidelberg) for study abroad, and for highly-qualified international students for a study...
Baden-Württemberg-Stipendium (for exchange students)
Baden-Württemberg Stiftung
Scholarship for high-qualified exchange students (1-2 semesters) at Baden-Württemberg universities including Tuebingen. Open to international students coming fo...
Baden-Württemberg-Stipendium (for study abroad)
Baden-Württemberg-Stiftung / Hochschule Fulda
Scholarship for study abroad at partner universities outside EU. For HS Fulda students nominated for exchange. Approx. EUR 800/month. Listed on stipendien page.
Baden-Württemberg-Stipendium (for study abroad)
Baden-Württemberg-Stiftung / Hochschule Aalen
Scholarship for study abroad at partner universities. HS Fulda students nominated for exchange can apply. Application deadline 31 March 2026 for WS 2025/26 and/...
Baden-Württemberg-Stipendium (für Auslandsaufenthalte)
Baden-Württemberg-Stiftung
Landesstipendium für Auslandsaufenthalte von Studierenden baden-württembergischer Hochschulen. Merz Akademie-Studierende wurden gefördert (z. B. Südkorea/Hongik...
Baden-Württemberg-Stipendium für Overseas-Incomings / Outgoings
Baden-Württemberg Stiftung / KIT International Students Office (IStO)
Exchange scholarship for KIT students (outgoing) at partner universities outside Europe (Overseas). Also for incoming overseas students (nominated by home unive...
BAföG – Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (Berlin International)
Studierendenwerk Berlin / Bundesregierung
Federal student aid for eligible students at Berlin International. Half grant, half interest-free loan. Processed via Studierendenwerk Berlin. Max. EUR 934/mont...
BAföG – Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (Heidelberg Studierendenwerk)
Studierendenwerk Heidelberg / Bundesregierung
Federal student aid for students from low-income families. Half grant, half interest-free loan. Studierendenwerk Heidelberg processes applications. Max. EUR 934...
BAföG – Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (TU Ilmenau / Studierendenwerk Thüringen)
Studierendenwerk Thüringen / Bundesregierung
Federal student aid for students from low-income families. Half grant, half interest-free loan. Studierendenwerk Thüringen processes applications for TU Ilmenau...
BAföG – Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (UDE Studierendenwerk)
Studierendenwerk Essen-Duisburg / Bundesregierung
Federal student aid for students from low-income families. Half grant, half interest-free state loan. Studierendenwerk Essen-Duisburg processes applications for...
BAföG (an privater Hochschule anrechenbar)
Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz / jeweiliges Studierendenwerk
Studierende an der staatlich anerkannten Macromedia University sind BAföG-berechtigt (teils Zuschuss, teils zinsloses Darlehen). Max. 992 €/Monat (2024/25). Anr...
BAföG (an staatlich anerkannter Privathochschule anrechenbar)
Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz / jeweiliges Studierendenwerk
Studierende an der staatlich anerkannten Mediadesign Hochschule sind BAföG-berechtigt (teils Zuschuss, teils zinsloses Darlehen). Max. 992 €/Monat (2024/25). An...
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