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Scholarship Services News & Events

Upcoming Deadlines


October 01, 2025

The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, which is affiliated with the political left, supports students and doctoral candidates who combine academic excellence with social engagement through its scholarship program. The focus is on strengthening critical thinking and social responsibility in order to contribute to a society based on solidarity, democracy, and justice.

Oktober 01, 2025

The Avicenna Student Services Organization supports Muslim high school graduates, students, and doctoral candidates. Individuals without a Muslim background may also be accepted if they are particularly committed to intercultural dialogue with Islam or have a specific connection to Islam in their field of study.

October 01, 2025

Scholarship program of the Studienstiftung “Metropolen in Mittel-, Südost- und Osteuropa" (Metropolises in Central, Southeast, and Eastern Europe): Funding for a stay abroad, usually lasting one year (minimum duration 7 months – maximum duration 4 semesters) with an intensive language course in the destination country (at least two weeks) starting in the 2026/27 academic year. The foreign allowance can only be granted for the first twelve months, unless there is a change of destination country after the first twelve months. The stay abroad must begin in summer/fall 2026. A study-related internship lasting several weeks can round off the experience abroad. The program is also open to applicants who have had little or no contact with countries in Central, Southern, and Eastern Europe. Funding for complete master's programs abroad is also possible. The program is aimed at both individuals who are already receiving funding from the Studienstiftung and students who are newly accepted into the program.



October 31, 2025

The Ernst Ludwig Ehrlich Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to particularly gifted and committed Jewish students and doctoral candidates, as well as to doctoral candidates whose field of study is related to Judaism. In addition to financial support, the foundation also places great emphasis on providing moral support. The program of events offers scholarship recipients the opportunity to reflect on their Jewish identity and take on responsibility for society.

October 31, 2025

Basic funding for foreign students and refugees: The Friedrich Ebert Foundation's scholarship programs support students who excel through above-average performance and identify with the values of social democracy.

October 31, 2025

The Peter Fuld Foundation supports students from all disciplines who struggle with difficult starting conditions or who would have to interrupt or abandon their education without financial assistance.

October 31, 2025

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom supports enthusiastic, curious, and cosmopolitan individuals. We support individuals during their training, studies, and doctoral studies. Our scholarship holders actively promote liberal values and an open society. They take responsibility for themselves and others.

November 30, 2025

Funding for MA students from abroad. The basic funding for foreign students is aimed at students who are already studying in Germany. The basic funding for foreign students includes Bachelor's, Master's and Diploma degree programs as well as degree programs leading to the state examination. Prerequisites for an application are first graded certificates of achievement and very good German language skills.

September 16 - December 01, 2025

The advancement scholarship supports committed specialists with vocational training and practical experience in their first academic degree course.

December 31, 2025

The Helmut Schönenkorb Foundation supports committed and high-achieving students at German universities by awarding scholarships. The focus is on exceptional academic achievements, social commitment, and financial need. Field of study: STEM, economics, with a focus on applicants with exceptional achievements in their field.

October 01 - January 15, 2025

The Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst assumes Christian world responsibility in the area of promoting gifted students. In doing so, the Evangelisches Studienwerk assumes that giftedness with special intellectual and creative skills obliges us to use them in a social, future-oriented and open community context.

January 15, 2026

The KAS supports people who identify with Christian-democratic values and treat all people with respect - regardless of gender, origin or religion. Scholarships for German students, foreign students and MA students from abroad.

November 15, 2025 - February 01, 2026

The Hans Böckler Foundation supports young people who want to study or are already studying; who have above-average achievements and are committed to trade unions and/or social policy.

February 01 - March 01, 2026

The scholarships from the Kölner Gymnasial- und Stiftungsfonds help students to cover any financial gaps between the cost of education and their own available funds and/or other funding. They enable students to complete their studies quickly and in a concentrated manner within the standard period of study.

September 01, 2026

The Heinrich Böll Foundation supports students and doctoral candidates who are committed to democracy, human rights, and environmental sustainability. As a political foundation of the Green Party, it supports young people who are committed to a just and environmentally sustainable society. In addition to financial support, the foundation offers a comprehensive program of non-material support that includes political education and international networking. The aim is to promote a new generation of leaders who actively contribute to shaping a sustainable future.

March 03, 2026

The Stiftung der Deutschen Wirtsc promotes outstanding talent that impresses not only with excellent academic achievements, but also with entrepreneurial thinking and social responsibility. The scholarship program is aimed at students who develop innovative ideas and strive for future-oriented solutions in a globalized world. The goal is to support the next generation of leaders who take responsibility and actively contribute to the further development of the economy and society.

April 01, 2026

The Avicenna Student Services Organization supports Muslim high school graduates, students, and doctoral candidates. Individuals without a Muslim background may also be accepted if they are particularly committed to intercultural dialogue with Islam or have a specific connection to Islam in their field of study.

July 15, 2026

The Hanns Seidel Foundation supports talented and committed students and young professionals who are committed to a democratic, solidarity-based, and sustainable society. In line with the values of the social market economy and Christian responsibility, the foundation supports young talents who stand out for their academic achievements and social commitment. The aim is to promote individuals who are committed to preserving democracy, freedom, and social equality in a changing world. In addition, the foundation attaches great importance to international exchange and the promotion of tolerance in order to strengthen international understanding and cooperation.

July 31, 2026

The Evangelical Study Center Villigst assumes Christian global responsibility in the area of promoting gifted students. In doing so, the Evangelical Study Center assumes that giftedness with special intellectual and creative abilities obliges one to use these abilities in a socially responsible, future-oriented manner and in open community relationships.

October 31, 2026

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom supports enthusiastic, curious, and cosmopolitan individuals. We support individuals during their training, studies, and doctoral studies. Our scholarship holders actively promote liberal values and an open society. They take responsibility for themselves and others.

October 31, 2026

The Ernst Ludwig Ehrlich Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to particularly gifted and committed Jewish students and doctoral candidates, as well as to doctoral candidates whose field of study is related to Judaism. In addition to financial support, the foundation also places great emphasis on providing moral support. The program of events offers scholarship recipients the opportunity to reflect on their Jewish identity and take on responsibility for society.

October 31, 2026

Basic funding for foreign students and refugees: The Friedrich Ebert Foundation's scholarship programs support students who excel through above-average performance and identify with the values of social democracy.

November 30, 2026

Basic funding for foreign nationals is intended for students who are already studying in Germany. Basic funding for foreign nationals covers bachelor's, master's, and diploma programs, as well as programs leading to a state examination. To apply, applicants must have initial graded transcripts and very good German language skills.

01. April 2026

Das Avicenna Studierendenwerk fördert muslimische Abiturienten, Studierende sowie Promovierende. Auch Personen ohne muslimischen Hintergrund können aufgenommen werden, wenn sie sich in besonderer Weise für den interkulturellen Dialog mit dem Islam engagieren oder einen spezifischen Islambezug in ihrem Studiengang aufweisen.


On May 14, 2025, the first RMU Scholarship Fair took place at ¿´Æ¬Èí¼þ's Westend Campus. More than 1,500 participants explored opportunities presented by 23 foundations and funding organizations. Following an opening talk by Vice President Prof. Dr. Sabine Andresen, science slammer and scholarship holder Luca Neuperti gave an inspiring kick-off talk:

Workshops

Registration for workshops will begin on September 29:

9:00-10:00 ONLINE

Haben Sie schon mal daran gedacht, sich für ein Stipendium zu bewerben, wissen aber nicht, wie Ihre Chancen stehen? Dieser Workshop wird das Thema entmystifizieren, indem er einen konkreten Überblick über die Arten der verfügbaren Stipendienprogramme (für Studierende aller Fachrichtungen und Nationalitäten) und spezifische Suchwerkzeuge und -strategien gibt. Außerdem erhalten Sie Informationen, die Ihnen dabei helfen, Ihre Chancen einzuschätzen und Ihr Profil als Bewerber*in zu schärfen. 

Anmeldung über 

16:00-17:00 ONLINE

The scholarship options for international student vary, depending on your home country and the type of visa you have received for studying in Germany. This informational session will provide you with a clear understanding of which scholarship programs you are qualified for as well as specific search tools and strategies. You will also receive information to help you assess your chances and sharpen your profile as an applicant. 

Registration via 

16:30-18:30 im SH 3.105, Campus Westend

Dieser Workshop vermittelt Ihnen eine klare Vorstellung davon, wie Sie Ihren Lebenslauf und Ihr Anschreiben für eine Stipendienbewerbung strukturieren sollten, einschließlich einer Reihe von Punkten, die sich auf Ihre Persönlichkeit, Ihre Motivation, Ihre Leistungen und Ihre Ziele beziehen und die Sie in Ihrer Bewerbung vermitteln werden. Inhalte: Selbstreflexion; Brainstorming über Erfahrungen, Werte und Motivationen; wichtige Schlüsselwörter und Formulierungen; Planung und Strukturierung Ihres Lebenslaufs, Ihrer schriftlichen Antworten und Ihres Motivationsschreibens.

Anmeldung über 

16:00-18:00 im SH 3.105, Campus Westend

Dieser Workshop richtet sich an Studierende, die sich aktiv für Stipendienprogramme bewerben und sich auf die späteren Phasen des Bewerbungsverfahrens vorbereiten. Im Mittelpunkt steht die Frage, wie sich die Bewerber am besten auf Vorstellungsgespräche und Auswahltage vorbereiten können. Inhalte: 

  • Vorstellungsgespräche: Worauf wird geachtet?; häufig gestellte Fragen; fachfremde vs. fachnahe Interviewer; wie man geschickt mit schwierigen Fragen umgeht
  • Auswahltage und -seminare: Was Sie erwartet und was von Ihnen erwartet wird; Wie Sie einen ansprechenden und prägnanten Impulsvortrag halten; Wie Sie sich souverän in Diskussionen einbringen und diese moderieren, 1-2 Simulationen einer Diskussionsrunde

Anmeldung über 

Events


We warmly invite the entire university community to the first scholarship fair of the Rhein-Main Universities! This event marks the launch of a new initiative to promote a scholarship culture in our region and offers a unique opportunity to learn about funding opportunities for students.

Where: Hörsaalzentrum, Campus Westend, ¿´Æ¬Èí¼þ Frankfurt am Main

Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Program:

  • 12:00 PM – Welcome by Prof. Sabine Andresen, Vice President for Chances, Career Development, Diversity and Equal Opportunity at ¿´Æ¬Èí¼þ
  • 12:15 PM – Lecture by Luca Neuperti (Student, Science Slammer & Scholar of the German National Academic Foundation) on "Scholarships and Self-Perception"
  • Afterwards: Free visit to the fair with numerous scholarship providers & individual counseling opportunities offered by ¿´Æ¬Èí¼þ's scholarship advisors.

Take this opportunity to gain valuable insights into scholarship programs! 

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Scholarship services newsletter for students, lecturers and administrators

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  • upcoming deadlines
  • scholarship-related events
  • news related to scholarships in and beyond Germany

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