Country Germany
Level undergraduate, masters, phd
Organization Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin)
Funding fully funded Overview
TU Berlin offers various scholarships for international students pursuing undergraduate, master's, and PhD programs in Germany. These opportunities aim to provide access to quality education in Berlin, supported by regional, federal, political foundations, and organizations like DAAD. The scholarships help students focus on their studies by alleviating financial concerns.
Coverage
The scholarships can be comprehensive, potentially covering tuition fees, monthly living costs, health insurance, and travel expenses. Specific programs offer emergency financial assistance for students in need, allowances for parents and students with disabilities, and funding for final thesis or PhD research. Examples include the Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG), STIBET I Equal Opportunity Scholarships, Deutschlandstipendium, and various foundation scholarships (Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, Heinrich Böll Stiftung, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung, Friedrich-Naumann-Stiftung, Otto Benecke Stiftung). The DAAD-Prize is endowed with 1,000 euros.
Eligibility
These scholarships are open to international students. Specific eligibility criteria vary by program:
* General: Open to international students for undergraduate, master's, and PhD studies.
* BAföG: International students who meet specific residency and employment requirements.
* STIBET I: Students facing financial difficulties, health issues, or caregiving responsibilities.
* Deutschlandstipendium: Based on academic success and social responsibility.
* Foundation Scholarships (FES, Heinrich Böll, KAS, Rosa-Luxemburg, Friedrich-Naumann): Generally require academic merit, social/political engagement, or alignment with specific values (e.g., sustainability, democracy, human rights, liberal-mindedness). Some support first degrees and doctorates.
* Otto Benecke Stiftung: For refugees and asylum seekers under 30, with an emphasis on language study and preparatory classes.
* Doctoral Scholarships – Elsa Neumann (NaFöG): Based on academic excellence.
* Emergency Fund (Diakonisches Werk): Specifically for students from Africa, Latin America, and Asia (excluding South Korea) in acute emergency situations or in the final phase of their bachelor's degree. Repeat applicants must show commitment to social issues or development policy.
* DAAD Scholarships: Must be applied for at the German Embassy or Ministry of Education in your home country *before* starting studies or a doctoral degree in Germany. Generally, students already in Germany are not eligible.
* DAAD-Prize: For outstanding international students demonstrating exceptional academic achievements and remarkable social and intercultural commitment.
Requirements
Required documents vary significantly by scholarship program. For the Emergency Fund, proof of commitment to social issues or development policy may be needed for repeat requests. General application requirements for university admission (academic transcripts, language proficiency, etc.) would also apply, though not explicitly detailed for the scholarships themselves.
How to apply
The application process is specific to each scholarship program.
* BAföG: Apply at the studierendenWERK BERLIN BAFöG Office.
* Social Counselling (for support): Contact studierendenWERK’s Social Counselling.
* Emergency Fund: Contact the Emergency funding officer, Pastor Dr. Gerdi Nützel.
* DAAD Scholarships: Apply through the German Embassy or Ministry of Education in your home country.
* DAAD-Prize: Applications are submitted to the International Degree-Seeking Students Team at TU Berlin.
For other scholarships, applicants should consult the official TU Berlin website and the respective foundation websites for detailed instructions.
Notes
Deadlines for these scholarships vary widely, with some programs having specific application periods (e.g., March to October for some, May for DAAD-Prize call for proposals) and others being open year-round (e.g., emergency funds, BAföG). It is crucial for applicants to verify specific details, eligibility criteria, and deadlines directly on the official TU Berlin website and the websites of the individual funding organizations.
