Picture yourself strolling through Heidelberg’s cobbled streets, debating Kant over steaming Currywurst with fellow scholars. Or maybe you’re hunched over a laptop in a Berlin lab, unraveling the mysteries of the universe. Sounds dreamy, right? But let’s be real, studying abroad in Germany ain’t cheap. Enter the Heinrich Böll Scholarships, your potential ticket to transforming that German dream into delicious reality.
These scholarships are more than just a fat monthly stipend (although that’s definitely a perk!). They’re about joining a community, a network of like-minded individuals who share your passion for social justice, ecology, and making the world a better place. Think Greta Thunberg meets Einstein with a dash of Angela Merkel’s steely resolve – that’s the kind of vibe we’re talking about.
Application Process Spring 2024
Who can apply?
- German students (citizens or non-citizens) in their first or second year of any degree program.
- German students (citizens or non-citizens) pursuing a master’s degree. Applications must be submitted 6 months before your program starts.
- German students (citizens or non-citizens) interested in the “Diversity of Media, Different” journalism or media studies scholarship program. Applicable in your first or second year.
- Refugees seeking to begin or continue a first degree or master’s program in Germany. Applicable in your first or second year, or before your master’s program starts.
- International students (“Bildungsausländer*innen”) starting their master’s degree or already in the main course of their diploma/state examination program in Germany. Submit your application before starting your master’s program or before entering the main course.
Important Dates:
- Application open date: January 15, 2024
- Application deadline: March 1, 2024
Additional Requirements:
- Submit a certificate of enrollment or university admission confirmation with your application if possible. Alternatively, present it before the final selection interview (3rd stage).
- Applications are open to students from all subjects at all state-recognized universities in Germany.
Application Materials:
- Information sheet A1-1a (PDF) – German version
- Information sheet A1-1b (PDF) – English version
- Application form A1-2 (PDF)
- Expert report form A1-3 (PDF) – German version
- Expert Reference Form A1-3 (PDF) – English version
How to Apply:
- Use Adobe Acrobat Reader to fill out the application form.
- Be mindful of space limitations and legibility on paper. This applies to both your application and expert reports.
- Avoid submitting your application at the last minute to prevent system overload. Submit as soon as you have complete documents.
Application Portal:
- The online application portal will open on January 15, 2024, and close on March 1, 2024.
Click here to go to the application portal
The online application portal opens on January 15, 2024 and closes on March 1, 2024.
Please only use Adobe Acrobat Reader to fill out the application form. Space in the application form is limited. When filling out the form, please limit yourself to the section provided, which must be legible on paper. This also applies to the expert reports.
Please do not wait until the last day to submit your application to avoid overloading the system. As soon as your documents are complete, you can submit your application.