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Scholarship Services News & Events

Upcoming Deadlines


April 30, 2025

The basic funding for Germans, foreign students and refugees includes Bachelor's, Master's and Diplom degree programs as well as degree programs leading to the state examination. An application is possible before the first semester, except for medicine. The FES supports students with above-average performance who identify with the values of social democracy and are committed to social policy.

April 30, 2025

The scholarship programs are characterized by financial and very extensive non-material support. The maximum funding period is 36 months and is linked to the course of study. All scholarship holders receive a mentor and access to the foundation's network of excellence. The focus is on support in the fields of electrical engineering, logistics, mechanical engineering and the so-called MINT area. The latter refers to technical courses of study.

April 30, 2025

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation supports gifted and talented students by providing equal opportunities and opening up educational paths in a variety of ways. The scholarship holders are united in an impressive way by the knowledge of the opportunity that education and the scholarship they have been granted represent. Funding for German and EU students as well as MA students from outside the EU.


May 31, 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. 

June 30, 2025 

The scholarship is aimed at international students of all disciplines with good academic performance who are currently studying at 51 and are in the final phase of their studies (Bachelor's, state examination, consecutive Master's). The scholarship is intended to support students who find themselves in a financially needy situation while working on their thesis or preparing for their exams. 

April 01 - July 15, 2025

The Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst assumes Christian world responsibility in the area of gifted education. 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.

June 15 - July 15, 2025

“In the service of democracy, peace and development” (dt. "Im Dienst von Demokratie, Frieden und Entwicklung") - this is the motto with which the Hanns Seidel Foundation describes its work and its mission. This motto applies both to its activities in Germany - especially in the Free State of Bavaria, of course - and abroad. Funding for students with German citizenship or who are Bildungsinländer (§ 8 BAföG).

July 15, 2025

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.

July 07 - 25, 2025

Since 2011, the Deutschlandstipendium has been supporting committed students from all disciplines who are expected to achieve outstanding academic and professional results. 

June 02 - July 29, 2025 

Master Plus is aimed at students of all disciplines who are starting a Master's degree program (full-time, in attendance, not dual) at a university in Germany. The application for Master Plus is possible for the summer and winter semester within fixed application deadlines and only before the start of studies.

August 01, 2025

The Bischöfliche Studienförderung Cusanuswerk is the Catholic Church's support organization for gifted students in Germany within the framework of state support for gifted students. Students who have completed at least one semester or who are starting their studies in the summer semester can apply as part of the selection process for students. 

May 15 - August 01, 2025

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.

April 01 - August 31, 2025

The Dr. Arthur Pfungst Foundation supports talented and financially needy students with scholarships during their studies at German universities.

August 01 - September 01, 2025

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.

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.

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.


Workshops

Registration for the workshops is possible starting April 7 via 51 Career Service:


17:00-18:00 ONLINE

Have you ever thought about applying for a scholarship but don't know what your chances are? This workshop will demystify the topic by providing a concrete overview of the types of scholarship programs available (for students of all disciplines and nationalities) and specific search tools and strategies. You will also receive information to help you assess your chances and sharpen your profile as an applicant.

The workshop language is German.

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18:00-19:00 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. 

The workshop language is English.

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09:00-11:00 im SH 3.104, Campus Westend

This workshop will give you a clear idea of how you should structure your CV and cover letter for a scholarship application, including a number of points relating to your personality, motivation, achievements and goals that you will convey in your application. Contents: Self-reflection; brainstorming about experiences, values and motivations; important key words and phrasing; planning and structuring your CV, written responses and motivation letter.

The workshop language is German.

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17:00-19:000 im SH 3.103, Campus Westend

This workshop is aimed at students who are actively applying for scholarship programs and preparing for the later stages of the application process. The focus is on how applicants can best prepare for interviews and selection days. 

Contents:

  • Interviews: what to look out for; frequently asked questions; non-specialist vs. specialist interviewers; how to deal skillfully with difficult questions
  • Selection days and seminars: What to expect and what is expected of you; How to give an engaging and concise keynote speech; How to confidently engage in and moderate discussions, 1-2 simulations of a panel discussion

The workshop language is German.

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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, 51 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 51
  • 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 51's scholarship advisors.

Take this opportunity to gain valuable insights into scholarship programs! 

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