Scholarship

Merit Scholarships for International Students

Category

Bachelors, Masters & PhD

Details

Universität Hamburg grants merit scholarships to outstanding international students and doctoral researchers of all subjects and degree levels who are actively involved in social or intercultural international contexts. The scholarships are funded by the City of Hamburg, the Karl H. Ditze Stiftung, and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Funding is generally awarded for 2 semesters (12 months). Students can re-apply for a scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

You are pursuing an academic degree at Universität Hamburg
You have been enrolled in your degree program for at least 2 semesters (Bachelor, Staatsexamen, Diplom, Magister) or 1 semester (Master, M.A., M.Sc., LL.M., doctoral researchers)
You do not hold German citizenship
You are not eligible for the federal student loan scheme (BAföG)
You demonstrate good to excellent academic performance
You demonstrate social or intercultural engagement (e.g., voluntary work)

Financial Benefits

Maximum monthly funding sum of €930
Individual doctoral researchers may be awarded €1,200 per month
Funding is awarded for 2 semesters (12 months)
Opportunity Details

Posted By:
Dawda Wally

Type:
Scholarship

Category:
Bachelors, Masters & PhD

Country:
Germany

Funding Type:
Partially Funded

Deadline:
October 15, 2026

Status:
Active

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