Universität Hamburg 2020-2021 Merit Scholarships for International Students (Germany)

With its merit scholarship program, Universität Hamburg supports outstanding international students and doctoral researchers of all subjects and degree levels who are actively involved in a social or intercultural context. The awarding of a merit scholarship allows recipients to concentrate fully on their studies and gives them the opportunity to develop their skills.

• Table of Content
• About Universität Hamburg
• Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships
• Requirements for Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships

The maximum monthly funding sum is €850. Depending on the availability of funding, individual doctoral researchers may be awarded a merit scholarship totaling €1,000 per month (about 3-4 scholarships in each application round).

Requirements for Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships Qualification

ou are entitled to funding if you:

• are pursuing an academic degree at Universität Hamburg and have been enrolled in your degree program for at least 2 semesters (master’s students can apply after 1 semester);
• do not hold German citizenship;
• are not eligible for the federal student loan scheme (BAföG);
• demonstrate good to excellent academic performance;
• will reside in Hamburg during the entire funding period;
• are in financial need.

Selection Criteria: 

• good to excellent academic performance
• other verifiable knowledge and capabilities (e.g., presentations, publications, prizes; additional specialised skills); previous funding
• social and/or intercultural activities (e.g., confirmation of volunteer work)
• applicant’s need/social situation

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Universität Hamburg website.