High-achieving international students are invited to apply for DAAD Graduation Scholarships at Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences, which will begin in the academic year 2026-2027.
About DAAD Graduation Scholarships
International students can apply for degree completion subsidies through the STIBET program, which is supported by the German Academic Exchange Service and funded by the Foreign Office (DAAD).
Details
The degree completion grant can only be given for a maximum of six months (extract from DAAD guidelines). Students who have received good results and are expected to complete their studies within a year are eligible to apply.
The scholarship is also intended to assist international students who are enduring financial difficulties due to no fault of their own in completing their course of study, allowing them to concentrate on their final exams and thesis.
Criteria For Acceptability
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for DAAD Graduation Scholarships for International Students:
I. Acceptable students are international students who are enrolled in, and will complete a regular course of study at Heilbronn University.
2. The applicant is expected to complete the course of study within a period of one year.
3. The applicant has a monthly income of less than the minimum amount required for living expenses according to alien law.
4. The applicant must submit his/her complete application documents personally at the International Office, to Hannelore Lang (S 2.20 / Bildungscampus) or Gudrun Heller (S 2.30 / Bildungscampus).
How To Apply
Interested and qualified persons for the DAAD Graduation Scholarships can fill out and submit the online application form for the scholarship program.
Application Documents:
- Application form
- Current assessment of a supervising professor regarding the student’s course of study and expected time of completion, a copy of registration for the final thesis (Bachelor’s or Master’s), if available
- Tabular CV
- Current grade reports
- Current certificate of enrolment
- Information on the current financial situation and expenses
- A complete series of bank statements of the last 3 months (if requested, also of the last 6 months)
- Complete list of all further bank and savings accounts
- Proof of other sources of income (employment contract, pay slip, accommodation allowance, child benefits, scholarships)
- If married, proof of the financial situation of the spouse (income, accounts, savings accounts)
- Copy of rental agreement
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FAQs
1. What is the DAAD Graduation Scholarship for Nigerian students?
The DAAD Graduation Scholarship is a funding opportunity provided by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) to support high-performing Nigerian students who are in the final stage of their degree programmes. The scholarship helps cover living expenses and academic costs while students complete their studies, mainly in Germany or in collaboration with German institutions.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the DAAD Graduation Scholarship 2026?
To be eligible, applicants must be Nigerian citizens, currently enrolled in a recognised university, and nearing the completion of their undergraduate or postgraduate programme. Candidates are usually required to have strong academic records and demonstrate commitment to their field of study. Additional eligibility conditions may apply depending on the specific DAAD programme.
3. What does the DAAD Graduation Scholarship cover?
The scholarship typically covers a monthly stipend to assist with living expenses. In some cases, it may also include health insurance, research support, and academic supervision. However, tuition fees and travel costs may not always be fully covered, so applicants are advised to check the specific scholarship guidelines for 2026.
4. How can Nigerian students apply for the DAAD Graduation Scholarship 2026?
Interested applicants must apply through the official DAAD application portal and submit all required documents, such as academic transcripts, proof of enrollment, a motivation letter, and references. Applications must be submitted before the stated deadline, and only complete applications are considered for selection.