Eligible to apply are international full-time students (degree-seeking students) at KU who are enrolled in the 3rd semester of a Bachelor's program in the Summer Semester 2026 or in the 1st semester of a Master's program in the Summer Semester 2026.

Not eligible to apply are:

• Exchange students
• Students in double degree programs
• Students enrolled in the Intensive German Course preparing for the DSH exam
• Free movers
• Students in their final year of study (please apply for the STIBET graduation scholarship instead)
• Educational residents ("Bildungsinländer/-innen")

• EUR 375.00 per month for a maximum of 6 months (October 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027)
• Total funding: up to EUR 2,250.00 

• Good academic performance (minimum GPA: 2.3 according to the German grading system)
• Proven financial need
• Residence in Germany for the entire funding period

Selection is based on the following criteria:

• Academic performance (GPA and academic development)
• Study progress
• Financial need
• Additional engagement (e.g. voluntary work), if applicable

Selection is based on the submitted application documents. 
In individual cases, a personal interview may be conducted.

• CV in tabular format (German or English)
• Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages, German or English)
• Certificate of enrollment at the KU
• Transcript of Records from the KU
• For Master’s students in their 2nd semester: Bachelor’s degree certificate (converted using the Bavarian formula)
• Proof of financial need (declaration on honor) confirming that
  • the annual gross incoming does not exceed EUR 15,000, and
  • no regular financial support is received from relatives, spouse, or other funding sources
• Proof of voluntary engagement in Germany (if applicable)

Please name up to two instructors from your study program who may be contacted as references if necessary. We expect that you inform these persons in advance and obtain their consent.

KU reserves the right to request additional documents.

July 15, 2026 

Applications must be submitted online. 
The application portal will be open until 15th July, 2026. 

There is no legal entitlement to funding.

International Office 

If you have any questions regarding the funding you may contact Jessica Hofmacher, incoming(at)ku.de.

• Declaration of honor (must be signed and uploaded upon application)
• Call for Applications - Winter Semester 2026/2027