- GOLDBECK-Scholarship
The GOLDBECK Scholarship, a partnership between the institution and the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz, supports engaged and qualified students in the civil engineering program.
www.goldbeck.de
- Thomas Gessmann Foundation
This foundation offers financial support to students in technical and natural sciences programs in Baden-Württemberg who lack the financial means to pay for their studies.
www.deutsches-stiftungszentrum.de
- MTU Studies Foundation
The MTU Studies Foundation aims to support talented and committed young women in technical-scientific degree programs.
www.mtu-studien-stiftung.org
- e-fellows.net Scholarship
e-fellows.net supports outstanding students in the fields of the natural sciences, engineering, law, computer science and medicine. Students in other majors can also apply if they display a strong interest in business topics, having a minor in a suitable field or doing an internship.
www.e-fellows.net
- Google Europe: Students with Disabilities Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students in computer science, computer technology and related fields. All applications must be submitted in English.
Link to Google Scolarship
- The Industrieforschung Foundation
The Industrieforschung foundation offers 16 scholarships each year to particularly qualified students at German universities of applied sciences who are writing a scientific-based or practically-oriented master’s or “Diplomarbeit”.
www.stiftung-industrieforschung.de
Information about Scholarships
This section provides information about applying for the wide range of scholarships available to students. Scholarships are usually the best way to finance your studies – since they don’t have to be paid back. In addition to the financial support, many foundations will also provide academic and career guidance. Many of these foundations also offer scholarships for international students.
IMPORTANT: Remember to inform yourself in advance the different scholarships and their application deadlines! Keep in mind: most applications need to be submitted before the start of the semester. That means January – April for the summer semester and September/October for the winter semester. Some of these scholarships can support you throughout your studies – so apply, if possible, right when you arrive on campus.
Federal "Gifted and Talented" Scholarships for University Students
The German Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF) offers “gifted and talented” scholarships for young students like yourself. These scholarships include both financial support that does not have to be paid back as well as “ideological” training. They offer summer camps, invitations to conferences, personal supervision from an advisor, alumni-networks, and internships abroad. Scholarships are awarded to students who they view as self-reliant and critical thinkers. Make sure to apply!
Political Party Foundations
Friedrich Ebert Foundation (linked to SPD party)
Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (linked to FDP party)
Hanns Seidel Foundation (linked to CSU party)
Heinrich Böll Foundation (linked to Green party)
Konrad Adenauer Foundation (linked to CDU party)
Rosa Luxemburg Foundation (linked to Linke party)
Religious Foundations
Avicenna-Studienwerk (Muslim)
Cusanuswerk e.V. (Catholic)
Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst (Protestant)
Ernst Ludwig Ehrich Studienwerk (ELES) (Jewish)
Social Foundations
Hans-Böckler-Stiftung (German trade unions)
Stiftung der deutschen Wirtschaft (business-oriented)
Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes (societal)
Additional interesting scholarships for students
- Scholarships for Specific Studies
- Scholarships for Studying Abroad
There are various scholarships for students who want to study abroad. Which scholarship you choose depends on the country you plan to visit and the university there, as well as your personal qualifications. Each scholarship has a different focus, criteria and their own application process. Therefore we recommend that you get in touch with the International Office, to see which scholarships would best suit you.
The following is a list of possible scholarships:
- UAS.International Project (HTWG)
The “UAS.International” is a project group aiming to increase internationalization on the HTWG Konstanz campus. They offer multiple scholarships for students who would like to study abroad in 2022 and beyond. The goal of the scholarship is to support students studying or completing an internship abroad that fits into the framework of their major.
More information about UAS.International
- Baden-Württemberg Scholarship
The Baden-Württemberg Foundation offers scholarships for highly-qualified German/domestic and foreign students and graduates who wish to do an international exchange. The study and research scholarships are awarded equally to applicants from Baden-Württemberg and abroad.
More info about the Baden-Württemberg Scholarship
- PROMOS
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) supports student mobility through its PROMOS program. These scholarships are intended for students who wish to study abroad, covering, for example, semester fees, studying abroad at short notice, transportation costs for international internships, etc. Students can apply for the academic year 2022/2023.
More info on PROMOS
- Haniel Scholarship Program
The Haniel Foundation offers seven scholarships for students pursuing a business-oriented degree abroad.
More info on the Haniel Scholarship Program
- German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
These DAAD scholarships are intended for German students at the HTWG Konstanz who plan to do their studies at a university abroad.
DAAD Scholarship Data bank (in German)
- UAS.International Project (HTWG)
- Scholarships for "Second Chance" Studies
- SBB upward mobility scholarships
The upward mobility scholarship offers committed specialists with professional training and practical experience the financial support to study at a university of applied sciences. These scholarships can be either used to pursue a full-time or part-time degree at an accredited university of applied sciences. To learn more:
www.sbb-stipendien.de
- SBB upward mobility scholarships
- Scholarships for Immigrants and Foreigners
- Otto Benecke Foundation Scholarships
The Otto Benecke Foundation scholarships are intended for young immigrants - refugees, Jewish immigrants, or ethnic German immigrants (from Eastern Europe) - who live in Germany and want to study at a university of applied sciences. The goal is to help integrate these persons in Germany and, in some situations, help them continue their studies. For more information:
www.obs-ev.de
- Scholarship for Refugees
The Scholarship for Refugees, offered by the Evangelischen Studienwerk Villigst, supports both prospective refugee students as well as refugee students currently studying at German universities of applied sciences. The Scholarship for Refugees is for full-time students and covers the entire studies. The Evangelischen Studienwerk Villigst consciously aims to support students with different religious backgrounds in order to promote inter-religious dialog.
www.evstudienwerk.de
- Rosa-Luxemburg Foundation Scholarships
The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation offers scholarships to foreigners who come to Germany to pursue their studies. The scholarship is intended exclusively for international students, and students from all majors can apply. They only need to be enrolled at a German university of applied sciences.
www.rosalux.de
- Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarships for Foreign Students
The Friedrich Ebert Foundation scholarships are intended for foreign applicants who are already pursuing their studies or a PhD at a university of applied sciences in Germany. In addition to good grades and advanced German language proficiency, applicants are expected to display social engagement. The scholarships support up to 40 students from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe.
www.fes.de
- DAAD Data Base
Take a look at the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) data base to find information about financial aid for academic exchanges both for studies and research in Germany.
DAAD Data base
- Otto Benecke Foundation Scholarships
- Scholarships for the Needy or Working-class Students
- Reemtsma-Scholarship
The Reemtsma organization offers scholarships for talented pupils and students whose families lack the financial resources to support their studies. For more information, please see:
www.reemtsma-stipendium.de
- Lux Like Studies
The Lux Like Studies scholarship program supports pupils and prospective students who do not come from academic families both prior to and during their stud. These scholarships are only open to prospective students prior to their application deadlines. For more information:
www.rosalux.de
- Pfungst-Scholarship
The Dr. Arthur Pfungst Foundation offer full scholarships and book stipends to talented and financially needy students during their studies. The scholarships are for bachelor’s and master’s students in all degree programs. For more information:
www.pfungst-stiftung.de
- Reemtsma-Scholarship
- Scholarships for Students with Children
- MAWISTA Scholarships
MAWISTA scholarships are intended for students with children who want to study abroad. They receive a single 3,000 EUR payment. For more information:
www.mawista.com/en/scholarship
- MAWISTA Scholarships
- Scholarships for Students with Chronic Illnesses and Disabilities
- Aktion Luftsprung
These scholarships are intended for highly motivated and engaged students who have a chronic illness, such as cystic fibrosis, inflammatory bowel disease (especially Crohn's disease), rheumatoid arthritis, or multiple sclerosis. For more information:
www.aktion-luftsprung.de
- Foundation for intestinal illnesses
This foundation provides financial support for students with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. For more information:
www.stiftung-darmerkrankungen.de
- Aktion Luftsprung
- Scholarships for Interns
- IAESTE
The IAESTE organization has been supporting students completing internships abroad in all technical and scientific fields since 1950. Most IAESTE internships last about 2-3 months and are usually done during the summer months. For more information:
www.iaeste.de/outgoing
- IAESTE
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Scholarships for international students
Statewide Organizations
| Foundation / Program | Admission for International Students | Notes | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) | All Students, Including those from non-EU Countries | Bachelor’s, Master’s, Diplom, and state examination. Applications accepted from Germany and abroad. First graded academic transcripts required. Minimum German language proficiency at the B2 level (accepted even without a certificate), above-average academic performance, engagement in social and political issues, and identification with the values of social democracy. Financial support during the program. | https://www.fes.de/studienfoerderung/stipendium/grundfoerderung-fuer-auslaender-innen |
| Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) | Non-EU countries, too! | The International Student Support Program is aimed specifically at international students from non-EU countries who wish to pursue a bachelor’s, master’s, or postgraduate degree at a German university. Above-average academic performance, a good command of German, an interest in politics, democracy, and human rights, as well as social engagement are important. For bachelor’s, master’s, and postgraduate programs: €992 per month; the standard funding period is two years. In exceptional cases, tuition fees may be subsidized by up to €750 per semester. | https://www.kas.de/de/web/begabtenfoerderung-und-kultur/internationale-nachwuchsfoerderung |
| Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung | Only Master; Students from Germany, Austria and Switzerlandhave priority | International Funding: For international students coming to Germany to study who are not eligible for funding under Section 8 of the BAföG. Limited to master’s programs or higher levels of study; bachelor’s programs are not eligible. B2 German language proficiency, excellent academic performance, and political/social engagement. As a general rule, the maximum length of stay in Germany at the time of application is 15 months. Applicants from DAC countries are given priority. Regular funding: International students eligible for § 8 BAföG may also apply. Universities of applied sciences are expressly included. Bachelor’s degree funding is available starting in the second semester, provided that at least half of the standard period of study remains. | https://www.rosalux.de/stiftung/studienwerk/stipendien/studienstipendium |
| Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung | Master's Degree Only; Non-EU Countries, too! | International students with a foreign university entrance qualification (EU and non-EU) may apply for a master’s program or the main phase of a Diplom or Staatsexamen degree program. No funding is available for bachelor’s programs for this group. The application must be submitted before the start of the master’s program. B2 level German, good academic performance, community involvement, and interest in politics. The duration of funding is based on the standard period of study; an extension of one semester is possible. Funding: for EU students from non-German educational systems, income-dependent funding of up to €855 plus a €300 monthly flat-rate study allowance; for non-EU students from non-German educational systems, €992 per month plus any additional benefits. | https://www.boell.de/de/stipendium-studium |
| Friedrich-Naumann-Stiftung | Master's Degree Only; Non-EU Countries, too! | Special program for international students from non-EU countries. Funding for a master’s degree program or the main phase of studies leading to the state examination. At least two semesters of study remaining. Bachelor’s degree programs are not eligible for funding. Funding is initially granted for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year at a time until graduation. | https://www.freiheit.org/de/stipendien-fuer-auslaendische-studierende-aus-nicht-eu-laendern-1 |
| Avicenna-Studienwerk – Internationales Stipendienprogramm | Master only | For international Muslim students. Funding is available for master’s programs and doctoral studies at state-recognized German universities in all fields of study. No funding is available for bachelor’s programs or for students who are German nationals. Applicants must demonstrate above-average academic potential, social/cultural/political engagement, and German language skills at a communicative level (B2). The funding covers the entire standard duration of the master’s program. The monthly stipend is €844, plus a €100 health insurance subsidy and a €100 mobility allowance. | https://www.avicenna-studienwerk.de/internationales-stipendienprogramm/ |
| Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst | Only under certain conditions—EU member states / Switzerland or those eligible for funding under Section 8 of the BAföG | Foreign applicants must be citizens of an EU member state or Switzerland, or be eligible for financial aid under Section 8 of the BAföG. Applicants who are not Protestant may also apply; a committee will make a decision based on the applicant’s motivation. Volunteer or social engagement and academic aptitude are required. Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time program at a public or state-recognized university, apply no later than the third semester, and not yet have completed their degree. Applications exclusively for a master’s degree are not accepted. For applicants without German citizenship, a C1 level of German is generally required. | https://www.evstudienwerk.de/stipendium/studium/voraussetzungen/ |
| Hanns-Seidel-Stiftung | Only those eligible under Section 8 of the BAföG | International students must be eligible for financial aid as domestic students under Section 8 of the BAföG. Additional criteria: under 45 years of age, above-average academic performance, volunteer work, political interest, and alignment with the foundation’s goals. First degree program; full-time, dual, or distance learning (no part-time programs). For students at universities of applied sciences, at least three semesters of the standard period of study must remain at the start of funding. A consecutive master’s degree is not considered a second degree. | https://www.hss.de/stipendium/wen-suchen-wir/ |
| Otto Benecke Stiftung – Garantiefonds Hochschule | Not a scholarship, but a fund | For individuals under the age of 30, particularly ethnic German repatriates and their family members, recognized asylum seekers, refugees with recognized protection status, and individuals with certain residence permits under Sections 22, 23, and 24 of the Residence Act (AufenthG). This does not constitute traditional student financial aid for an ongoing HTWG degree program. Funding is provided in particular for language courses, preparatory colleges, academic preparation, learning materials, transportation costs, living expenses, housing, and health insurance. The funding period is generally up to 30 months. | https://www.obs-ev.de/akademische-qualifizierung/garantiefonds-hochschule-2022/wer-kann-teilnehmen |
| Cusanuswerk | Only those eligible under Section 8 of the BAföG and who are Catholic | International students must be of the Catholic Christian faith (individual consideration is possible for certain Orthodox churches), demonstrate significantly above-average academic performance, provide proof of German language proficiency at the C1 level, and be eligible for financial aid under Section 8 of the BAföG. This includes, for example, students who are residents for educational purposes, permanent residents, and recognized refugees. For universities of applied sciences: at least one completed semester of study and at least five semesters remaining for Bachelor’s students planning to pursue a Master’s degree, or three semesters remaining for Master’s students. | https://www.cusanuswerk.de/bewerbung/studierende/fachhochschulen |
| Ernst Ludwig Ehrlich Studienwerk (ELES) | Only those eligible for §8 BAföG and who are Jewish | Membership in the Jewish community is a requirement (patrilineal descent is recognized). German or EU citizenship, or status as a domestic student under § 8 BAföG. Applicants who do not qualify as domestic students must have a B2 level of German. Bachelor’s degree: at least four semesters remaining in the program (a subsequent Master’s degree may be included in this calculation). Master’s degree: at least three semesters remaining in the program; only four-semester Master’s programs are eligible for funding. A monthly flat-rate study allowance of €300 plus up to €855 based on income, as well as possible insurance supplements. | https://eles-studienwerk.de/studierendenfoerderung/ |
HTWG-specific and regional funding opportunities
| Foundation / Program | Admission for International Students | Notes | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margit-Pagé-Leistungsstipendium | No nationality restrictions in the eligibility requirements | For female students enrolled in a STEM bachelor’s degree program at HTWG (B.Eng. or B.Sc.). Eligibility requires having passed the mid-bachelor’s exam and maintaining a particularly high grade point average. €2,500 per semester, until graduation, for a maximum of four semesters. Can be combined with other financial aid. | https://www.htwg-konstanz.de/studium/rund-ums-studium/finanzierung/stipendien |
| Thomas-Seger-Leistungsstipendium | No nationality restrictions in the eligibility requirements | It is intended for bachelor’s students in all fields of study whose academic performance up to the midterm bachelor’s exam indicates they are on track to earn an exceptionally high degree. 2,500 € per semester, for a maximum of four semesters. | https://www.htwg-konstanz.de/studium/rund-ums-studium/finanzierung/stipendien |
| Deutschlandstipendium | All students | For enrolled bachelor's and master's students as well as admitted applicants. Outstanding academic performance and community involvement. 300 € per month for the entire standard period of study. | https://www.htwg-konstanz.de/studium/deutschlandstipendium/deutschlandstipendium-fuer-studierende |
| Baden-Württemberg-STIPENDIUM | Not for a full HTWG degree program | Provides financial support to international students during a temporary study stay in Baden-Württemberg. It is therefore intended in particular for students from foreign universities who are studying temporarily in Baden-Württemberg. Duration of support: 3–11 months; €800–1,400 per month. International students who are completing their entire bachelor’s or master’s degree at HTWG cannot use this grant to fund their regular studies. | https://www.bw-stipendium.de/de/stipendien/bws-fuer-studierende |
| DAAD – STIBET I | Applications must be submitted through the university; direct applications are not accepted | The DAAD provides universities with funding that they can use to award scholarships to international students and doctoral candidates. In addition, there is the DAAD Prize for outstanding academic achievement or community service. Students do not apply directly to the DAAD; instead, they must contact the International Office or the appropriate department at HTWG. | https://www.daad.de/de/infos-services-fuer-hochschulen/weiterfuehrende-infos-zu-daad-foerderprogrammen/stibet-i/ |
| Seezeit Nothilfe | For all students in urgent need | For students at a university supported by Seezeit, including HTWG students. The requirement is proof of an acute financial emergency that cannot be covered by other social benefits or financial aid programs and that jeopardizes the continuation of their studies, which have been successful thus far. Up to €300 per month for a maximum of three consecutive months. The uploaded guidelines specify a one-time maximum total grant amount of €900. The support may be provided as a non-repayable grant or an interest-free loan. Applications must be submitted in person at the Seezeit Social Counseling Office. | https://seezeit.com/geld/finanzierungshilfen/ |
| Thomas Gessmann-Stiftung | International approval not expressly confirmed | There are no apparent restrictions based on nationality, but applicants must be majoring in a technical or scientific field, demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, meet financial need, and be nominated by their department. Funding is not provided for the entire duration of the program. | https://www.deutsches-stiftungszentrum.de/stiftungen/thomas-gessmann-stiftung |