Scholarship
Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes
The largest and oldest scholarship foundation in Germany, supporting exceptionally talented students and doctoral candidates.
About this scholarship
Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes is offered by German Academic Scholarship Foundation for study in Germany at bachelor, master and phd level. The award is valued at Varies based on individual financial situation, provided as living stipend support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive Varies based on individual financial situation. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor, master and phd level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Students and doctoral candidates at state or state-recognized higher education institutions in Germany with outstanding academic achievements.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor, master and phd
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- German Academic Scholarship Foundation
- Study destination
- Germany
- Award
- Varies based on individual financial situation
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor, master and phd
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-22