The University of Hamburg is offering Merit Scholarships to support outstanding international students across all subjects and degree levels. This program provides up to €992 per month for 12 months, enabling recipients to focus fully on their studies and personal development.

To be eligible for the scholarships, applicants must be international students (non-German citizens) enrolled in a degree program at the university for at least two semesters, or one semester for 2-year master’s programs. They must not be eligible for the German federal student loan scheme (BAföG) and should demonstrate strong academic performance.

Founded in 1919, Universität Hamburg is one of Germany’s largest and most prestigious universities, renowned for its strong research profile and diverse academic offerings. Located in the vibrant port city of Hamburg, it hosts a wide range of faculties spanning humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and medicine. The university is committed to internationalization, sustainability, and academic excellence, attracting students and scholars from around the world.

Application Deadlines:

• 15 April (funding period: 1 October – 30 September of the following year)

• 15 October 2025 (funding period: 1 April – 31 March of the following year; last October call, from 2026 only April deadline will apply)

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Universität Hamburg

• Department: All departments

• Course Level: All degree levels (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)

• Award: Up to €992 per month

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: NA

• Nationality: International students (non-German citizens)

• The award can be taken in: Germany

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All countries except Germany

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by Universität Hamburg.

• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be enrolled at Universität Hamburg for at least 2 semesters in their subject and be pursuing a degree.

    • Students in 2-year Master’s programs can apply after completing 1 semester.

  • Not hold German citizenship.

  • Not be eligible for the German federal student loan scheme (BAföG).

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the Universität Hamburg scholarship application portal. Applicants must also present the following documents in person to the program coordinator on the specified dates:

• Non-EU citizens: Residence permit.

• EU citizens: Identity card and registration certificate of residence (“Meldebescheinigung”) in Germany.

Benefits

• Monthly funding of up to €992.

• Award duration: 12 months (2 semesters).

• Renewable for a maximum of 2 years with reapplication.

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