Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf Scholarship for International Students
Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf is a public university located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is considered one of the universities that combine comprehensive education with advanced research. The university offers a number of scholarship programs, exchange opportunities, and funding schemes to support both international and domestic students, especially those in advanced semesters, those wishing to complete their studies, or those planning to spend a study period abroad.
The university provides a variety of supportive scholarship programs, including those for first-year students, advanced semester students, students undertaking study-abroad periods, and scholarships for graduate students. These are not full scholarships covering all expenses but rather financial aids to support study-related costs such as living, research, study trips, or final projects.
Deadline
Application deadlines vary depending on the type of scholarship at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf:
German National Scholarship – Deutschlandstipendium: Applications usually open in May and close on June 30 each year, with results announced before the start of the winter semester.
First-Year Scholarships: The deadline is usually September 1, in preparation for the winter semester.
Graduation Scholarships: Applications typically open in January and close on February 28 for the summer semester, or from July 1 to August 31 for the winter semester.
It is important to regularly check the university’s official announcements, as dates may vary slightly from year to year depending on the program and available funding.
Benefits
Financial support to help cover living expenses, transportation, or final project costs.
Special scholarships for study-abroad periods to help with travel or accommodation expenses at partner universities.
Support grants for international students to ease financial burdens during their studies.
Pilot programs such as STIBET scholarships for international students, which may provide additional support for specific needs.
Eligibility criteria
Must be enrolled at Heinrich Heine University, either as a domestic or international student.
Must meet the required academic progress for the chosen scholarship; some scholarships for advanced courses or final projects require a certain GPA.
Some scholarships are specifically for first-year students, while others are for advanced semesters or graduate students.
Must comply with the specific conditions of the chosen scholarship, such as residence in Düsseldorf, language requirements, or study-abroad obligations if applicable.