Are you an international student at the University of Augsburg with a strong commitment to fostering community and cultural exchange? The International Office invites you to apply for the DAAD Social Commitment Scholarship.

The educational program is open for those candidates who must be international degree-seeking students (not exchange students) enrolled at the University of Augsburg. They should demonstrate outstanding commitment to fostering intercultural connections within the university, such as participating in International Office events, and exhibit good academic performance in their studies.

The University of Augsburg is a renowned institution known for its interdisciplinary approach to education and research located in Bavaria, Germany. Established in 1970, it offers a wide range of programs across fields such as humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and law. The university places a strong emphasis on fostering international collaboration and creating a vibrant campus environment for students worldwide.

Application Deadline: 29 August 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Augsburg
• Department: International Office
• Course Level: Degree-seeking students (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent)
• Award: €400/month (April – July 2025)
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: Germany

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All international students (excluding exchange students).
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is open to students enrolled in any subject offered by the University of Augsburg.
• Admissible Criteria:
  To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Be a degree-seeking international student at the University of Augsburg.
  • Demonstrate outstanding commitment to supporting the international context of the university (e.g., participation in events such as orientation programs or country evenings organized by the International Office).
  • Show good academic performance in their current studies.

How to Apply

To apply, students must submit the following documents via email:

• Completed Application Form file:///C:/Users/DeLL/Downloads/antrag_engstip_2025_ss.pdf.
• CV (Curriculum Vitae).
• Current Certificate of Enrolment.
• Current STUDIS module and performance confirmation.

Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications must be emailed to:
Birgit Kirchner (she/her)
Email: [email protected]

Selection Process:

• The selection will be conducted by an independent committee.

Benefits

The scholarship provides a financial award of €400/month for a period of four months (April – July 2025) to support the recipients’ academic and extracurricular activities.

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