Who can apply?

All students who are enrolled at Worms University of Applied Sciences, are within the standard period of study and are expected to remain enrolled on their degree programme at Worms University of Applied Sciences for at least two further semesters are eligible to apply. Both German and international students are eligible to apply. School pupils who wish to commence their studies in the coming winter semester are also eligible to apply. Applicants for a place at university may submit their letter of admission or confirmation of enrolment at a later date.

Funding is not available if the applicant is already receiving merit-based or performance-based financial support from public or publicly funded institutions in Germany or abroad amounting to more than 30 euros per month.

How much is the grant?

300 euros per month – half of which is funded by private sponsors (e.g. companies, foundations, associations) and half by the federal government.

How long does the scholarship last?

The grant generally covers at least two semesters and extends for a maximum of the standard duration of study. Once a year, the university checks whether the scholarship holder continues to meet all the eligibility criteria. For this reason, you must update your complete application documents and upload them to the application portal.

Extension of the maximum funding period and leave of absence

If the duration of your studies is extended for valid reasons – such as a disability, pregnancy or the care and upbringing of a child – the maximum funding period may be extended upon application.

The scholarship is not paid out during an official leave of absence from your studies. As soon as you resume your studies following the leave of absence, the scholarship’s approval period will be adjusted accordingly upon your notification. The period of the leave of absence is not counted towards the funding period.

When can I apply?

The application period runs annually from August to September. The exact dates will be announced in good time. Applications must be submitted exclusively during the application period and online via the application portal. 

How does the application process work and what documents are required?

Click on the ‘Go to online application’ link on the right to access the application system. There, upload all the required documents/evidence and the application agreement.

How does the selection process work?

From the applications submitted in the correct form and by the deadline, the Scholarship Selection Committee selects those applications that are eligible for funding in accordance with the selection criteria set out in the ‘Statutes of Worms University of Applied Sciences for the Award of Germany Scholarships’. The selection committee also uses the same criteria to select further applications which will be considered in a ranking determined by the committee should any applications initially selected be subsequently withdrawn or, for other reasons, not be approved.

The following persons are ex officio members of the Scholarship Selection Committee:

1. the President, or a person appointed by the President, as Chair,

2. the Central Equal Opportunities Officer, in an advisory capacity.

3. The following members of the Scholarship Selection Committee are elected by the Senate, on the recommendation of the President, for a term of two years; in the case of No. 2, for a term of one year:

              1. three university lecturers (one member per Faculty)

              2. one student,

              3. one academic or non-academic staff member.

If a member resigns before the end of their term of office, a new member shall be elected for the remainder of the term. Representatives of private funding bodies may attend the meetings of the Scholarship Selection Committee in an advisory capacity. The quorum for the Scholarship Selection Committee is governed by Section 38 of the Higher Education Act (HochSchG).

Is other income taken into account when calculating the scholarship?

The Deutschlandstipendium is awarded regardless of income.

Does the scholarship reduce BaföG payments?

The Deutschlandstipendium has no effect on BaföG support.

Is it possible to receive other forms of funding at the same time?

Receiving two grants at the same time is permitted if the funding bodies are listed in the appendix. Under the Scholarship Programme Act (StipG), any other funding options cannot be received alongside the Deutschlandstipendium.

Overview of the eligibility for receiving other scholarships alongside the Deutschlandstipendium

Revocation of a scholarship award

The scholarship award shall be revoked with at least six weeks’ notice to the end of a calendar month if the scholarship holder has failed to comply with the obligation under Section 10(2) and (3) of the Scholarship Programmeor, contrary to Section 4(1) of the Scholarship Programme Act, receives further funding, or if the higher education institution determines during its assessment that the eligibility criteria or the requirements regarding aptitude, talent and academic performance for the scholarship are no longer met. Retrospective revocation of the grant is possible, in particular, in the event of double funding, and furthermore in cases where the grant was awarded on the basis of false information provided by the scholarship holder.

Obligations of scholarship holders

Applicants must fulfil the obligations to cooperate required for the selection process, in particular by providing the information and evidence necessary to assess the suitability and academic performance requirements.

Scholarship holders must immediately notify the university of any changes in their circumstances that are relevant to the award of the scholarship.

Scholarship holders must provide the university with the data required to fulfil their duty to provide information in accordance with Section 13(1)(1) and (4) of the Scholarship Programme Act.