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SRH International Scholarship Programme

- - - Please note that the university does not offer fully-funded scholarships - - -

Scholarship deadline | April intake: 15 January; October intake: 15 July

We do our best to support applicants in finding the right programme, one that best fits their personal and professional goals. We are also committed to bringing our contribution to cultivating a diverse culture, thus paving the way for a successful career for talented, confident young people who will make a difference across a variety of industries. With this in mind, we offer partial scholarships to financially support first year students of SRH Bachelor's and Master’s programmes. If you like to be considered for one of the SRH Scholarships below, please make sure to complete your application by the deadline.

Requirements & further information:

• Acceptance letter from SRH University of Applied Sciences
• Outstanding motivation
• Something that sets you apart: previous academic performance and/or artistic portfolio where applicable or social and entrepreneurial work samples - depending on the funding and study programme you wish to take
• Scholarships cover up to 50% of your first year tuition fees
• Scholarship deadline: 2 weeks upon reception of the invitation to apply. Scholarships are granted on an ongoing basis, so make sure to apply as soon as you have received your SRH study contract

Apply for one of our study programmes and get the opportunity to be offered an SRH scholarship. If you meet the scholarship criteria, please contact your study advisor, who will guide you through the process

Management programmes: 

• Performance Scholarship
  We are looking for high-performing students with good grades. Did you have above average grades in your previous school or university degree? Apply for your favourite SRH management programme and get the opportunity to receive a scholarship of up to 50% on your first-year tuition fees.
  Students applying for the performance scholarship should fulfil the following requirements: proof of outstanding school or academic performance and an academic IELTS with an overall score of 7.0 + letter of motivation or portfolio presentation to introduce yourself and your outstanding skills. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.
• Entrepreneurship Scholarship
  Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with a great business idea? Tell us about your concept and show us your personality! Apply for your favourite SRH management programme and get the chance to receive a scholarship of up to 50% on your first-year tuition fees.
  Students applying for the entrepreneurship scholarship should fulfil the following requirements: proof of good school or academic performance and an academic IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 + a short conceptual presentation (5 slides) to introduce yourself and your entrepreneurial ideas. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.
• Women for Leadership Scholarship
  Do you have what it takes to become a great leader? Get the support to achieve your goals! Apply for your favourite SRH management programme and get the opportunity to receive a scholarship of up to 50% on your first-year tuition fees.
  Students applying for the women for leadership scholarship should fulfil the following requirements: proof of good school or academic performance and an academic IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 + letter of motivation to introduce yourself and the type of leader you dream to be. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.

Creative programmes: 

• Talent Scholarship
  Do you have exceptional talent in music, art, design, photography or creative writing? Then you might be eligible for our SRH talent scholarship. Show us what you've got! Apply for your favourite SRH creative programme, submit your portfolio and get the chance to receive a scholarship of up to 50% on your first-year tuition fees.
  Students applying for the talent scholarship should fulfil the following requirements: letter of motivation to introduce yourself and your passion + a minimum of three artistic work samples to describe your artistic style. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.
• Women in Sound Scholarship
  Compared to their male counterparts, women sound artists are only now being discovered. We at SRH wish to play our part in promoting women artists across all disciplines. Show us your unique style and apply for your piece of the pie! Show us your artistic portfolio and get the opportunity to receive a scholarship of up to 50% on your first-year tuition fees. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.

Technology programmes: 

• Future of Tech Scholarship
  We are looking for new tech talent! Apply for your favourite SRH technology programme, win us over with your skills and projects and get the opportunity to receive a scholarship that covers up to 50% of your first-year tuition fees.
  Students applying for the future of tech scholarship should fulfil the following requirements: proof of good academic performance and an academic IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 + letter of motivation and a presentation (max. 5 slides) of your Future of Tech project. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.
• Women in Tech Scholarship
  We believe that more women should be encouraged to take up STEM programmes and tech positions. Apply for your favourite SRH technology programme and get the chance to receive a scholarship of up to 50% on your first-year tuition fees.
  Students applying for the women in tech scholarship should fulfil the following requirements: proof of good academic performance and an academic IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 + letter of motivation to introduce yourself and your goals in the tech industry. Please do not forget to include a copy of the confirmed study offer that your SRH study advisor sent you via email.

Deutschlandstipendium/Germany Scholarship

Supports particularly talented and committed students with €300 per month. Funded by the federal government and private sponsors.

External scholarships

There are many scholarship programmes in Germany. Here is a selection:

You have completed vocational training, have several years of professional experience and would now like to gain further qualifications for the next step in your career with a degree programme.

BAföG supports you financially during your studies. Half of it consists of an interest-free loan and the other half of a grant. With our partner meinBafög, you can submit your BAföG application in just 30 minutes.

KfW student loan

Up to €650 per month, regardless of your parents' income. Also suitable for semesters abroad.

Brain Capital Education Fund

Study now and pay later once you have reached a minimum income. This model is based on the Reverse Generation Contract (UGV).

Deutsche Bildung Study Fund

Flexible student financing with income-dependent repayment according to the solidarity principle.

FINS student loan

Loans for Bachelor's and Master's students in the EU with flexible repayment options.

DaKa Berlin student loan

Supports students with up to € 750 per month.

Educational loan programme of the Federal Government

Regardless of income, this loan is granted for internships, semesters abroad or studies.

Education fund from CHANCEN eG | Financing education in solidarity (Campus Berlin)

Study now and pay later once you have reached a minimum income. This model is based on the Reverse Generation Contract (UGV).

Child benefit is paid until the age of 25 as long as you are in training or studying. It is not offset against BAföG.

SRH career portal

Jobs as a student assistant or working student at our university.

Further job portals

In addition to the opportunities mentioned above, there are special funding programmes for refugees or people with a migration background as well as political, religious or merit-based scholarships. Here are some of the best-known programmes:

The organisations for the promotion of gifted students award scholarships to students who are happy to take on social responsibility and also have special achievements. There are 13 organisations in Germany that award scholarships to students and doctoral candidates. Each organisation offers you individual offers. You can find information on the individual scholarship organisations here: