The University of Hamburg has opened applications for its 2025 Merit Scholarships, aimed at recognizing and supporting outstanding students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to help talented individuals pursue their academic goals and excel in their studies. Eligible students are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to advance their education at one of Germany’s leading universities.
Funding Package:
For a total of 12 months, selected recipients may receive up to €992 per month over the course of two consecutive semesters. The scholarship has a maximum funding duration of two years and is renewable. Scholarships are disbursed on the first day of each month during the funding period, which commences on either 1 October 2025 or 1 October 2026, contingent upon the application cycle.
Eligibility Criteria (Short Overview):
Applicants must:
- Have been enrolled in a degree program at Universität Hamburg for a minimum of two semesters (or one completed semester for students in two-year master’s programs).
- Possess citizenship that is not German.
- Ineligible for the German federal student loan arrangement (BAföG).
- Exhibit exceptional academic performance and supplementary accomplishments, such as publications, honors, and specialized skills.
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Application Timeline:
For the upcoming cycle, the deadlines are as follows:
- 15 October 2025 – Funding period from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.
Important Notice: The October 2025 application round will be the last autumn intake. From 2026 onward, applications will only be accepted once a year, by 15 April, 2026.
Applicants must submit a complete online application (https://www.uni-hamburg.de/en/internationales/studierende/incoming/studium-mit-abschluss/waehrend-des-studiums/finanzierung/leistungsstipendien.html) with all required documents, including a CV, letter of motivation (template required), academic records, two faculty recommendations, and proof of residence in Germany. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Who can apply?
International students enrolled at the University of Hamburg who:
Have completed at least 2 semesters in their current degree program (1 semester for 2-year master’s programs).
Do not hold German citizenship.
Are not eligible for the German federal student loan scheme (BAföG).
Demonstrate good to excellent academic performance.
Show involvement in social and/or intercultural activities.
Provide evidence of other achievements such as publications, awards, or specialized skills.When are the application deadlines?
April 15 (for funding period: October 1 – September 30 of the following year).
October 15 (for funding period: April 1 – March 31 of the following year).What documents are needed for the application?
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Letter of motivation (use the provided template).
Record of achievements:
Bachelor’s and state examination students: STiNE printout or current transcript of records.
Master’s students: Most recent degree certificate with grades (in English or German) and STiNE printout or current transcript of records.
Evaluations from 2 full-time teaching staff members with doctorates at Universität Hamburg (use the provided evaluation form template).
Proof of subject-related additional achievements and academic awards (if applicable).
