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The application period for the Winter Semester 2026/27 is open from 15 April 2026 to 18 May 2026.
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Apply for the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship
Who can apply?
Students of all nationalities and degree programs who are enrolled and pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, State Examination, Church or Magister) at the University of Bonn are eligible to apply for the Deutschlandstipendium. In principle, any course of study can be funded, including, for example, a second degree or a supplementary program.
High school graduates and prospective students who intend to begin their studies at the University of Bonn at the start of the respective funding period are also eligible to apply.
Doctoral candidates are excluded from funding.
The Deutschlandstipendium is a merit-based scholarship and is awarded to students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance. However, extracurricular or non-academic engagement is also taken into consideration as part of the selection criteria.
Before applying, please watch our informational video.
New applications
If you have not been awarded a Deutschlandstipendium scholarship at the University of Bonn in the past and would like to apply for one, you can find more information here.
Extensions
If you received a Deutschlandstipendium scholarship at the University of Bonn for the 2025/26 funding period and would like to apply for an extension, you can find more information here.
FAQ
You can find the most important questions and answers about the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship and the application procedure here.
Important downloads
Here you can find the flyer for students and prospective students. You can also download the application for funding beyond the end of the standard period of study and an overview of the scholarships that can be received in parallel to the Deutschlandstipendium as a PDF.
An application for funding beyond the end of the standard period of study must be submitted during the application process if a student is going to exceed this period while receiving funding. Funding can be obtained for one semester beyond the end of the standard period of study.
The dual funding overview indicates which scholarships can be claimed at the same time as the Deutschlandstipendium. The overview is only available in German.
