The Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships 2024 batch provide comprehensive support to students across Germany, offering a blend of financial assistance, academic enrichment, and professional development opportunities. Designed for students attending universities of applied sciences and traditional universities, these scholarships are open to students from all disciplines who exhibit a strong passion for their studies and an interest in interdisciplinary subjects.
Benefits of Scholarship
Recipients of the Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships receive up to 812 Euros monthly, calculated following the Federal Ministry of Education and Research guidelines, plus an additional 300 Euros to cover study-related costs. However, the program does not support part-time studies.
Enhanced Learning Opportunities
The program encourages a vibrant academic life with a summer university held at the Villigst Campus. Here, students, academics, and professionals from diverse backgrounds converge to discuss various topics in an interdisciplinary setting. Furthermore, the scholarship supports mandatory internships and encourages students to gain global experience by covering expenses for study or work abroad.
Eligibility and Application Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate social commitment and academic suitability. Requirements include membership in a Protestant church, although exceptions are made for non-members who provide a compelling motivation letter. EU citizenship or eligibility under the German Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG) is required, along with proof of German language proficiency for non-German citizens. The application is incomplete without a processing fee of 12 Euros.
Application Process
Prospective students should apply online for Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships 2024 in Germany, submitting necessary documents such as a detailed CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, and a university entrance certificate. Special provisions are made for applicants over 35 and those with refugee status. The selection process includes a preliminary interview followed by a two-day main selection event at Haus Villigst, featuring group and individual interviews.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the summer semester of 2024 for Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarship is 15th July 2024. Following this, the selection processes will occur in late 2024, with the main selection events scheduled for early 2025.