KU scholarship for international students (from funds of the Bavarian Free State)

KU Scholarship for International Students

For international students who are professionally suitable and in need, the KU offers the “KU Scholarship for International Students“. This scholarship is funded by the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and Art.

Target group

International students at the KU from the 3rd semester (BA) or 1st semester (MA)

Funding period

Funding term for summer: April 1 to August 31
Funding term for winter: October 1 - February 28

The maximum funding period is 6 semesters.

Amount of funding

The stipend is expected to be 450 EUR per month (i.e. 2,250.00 EUR in total), subject to the Ministry's funding commitment.

Application deadline

Januar 31y/ (spring semester) / July 31 (fall semester)

The selection takes place in September for the winter semester and in March of each year for the summer semester. We kindly ask you to refrain from inquiries regarding the proceedings of the selection process.

Required documents for degree seeking students

Curriculum vitae in tabular form in English or German
Letter of motivation in English or German (max. 2 DIN A 4 pages)
Confirmation of enrollment for the semester of funding
Transcript of Records of previous academic achievements (in the case of international certificates, the average grade must be converted into the German grade using the Bavarian formula).
Master's students in the 1st semester please submit your Bachelor's degree
One (!) academic letter of recommendation from a professor at the KU or previous university (in German or English). This must be sent directly from the respective professor to the International Office by e-mail to incoming@ku.de. Please refer to the FAQ's.
Proof of need through a declaration on your honor that you’re annual Incoming does not exceed € 15,000.00 and that you are NOT supported by relatives or a spouse. The KU reserves the right to request proof in individual cases.
If applicable: Proof of voluntary commitment

Application process

The application takes place ONLINE (activation on January 14, 2025).

Selection criteria

Good to very good academic performance (average grade of at least 2.3 and better)
Neediness
You are studying at least In the 3rd semester Bachelor or 1st semester Master at the KU and are enrolled at the KU during the funding period
Excluded: students of the DSH Intensive German course and free mover students
Please note the updated call for applications 2025

FAQ

Do you still have any questions? Then check the FAQs on KU Scholarship applications.

Contact and donwload files

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

Call for applications
Declaration of honor (must be signed and uploaded upon application)
Frequently Asked Questions