OpenFieldBaden-Württemberg International Student Foundation Merit Scholarship
State-funded merit scholarship awarded to exceptional international students enrolled in master's programs at the University of Stuttgart.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Top 10% academic standing in previous degree (equivalent to German grade 1.5 or better)
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TestDaF 4x4
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated academic excellence and international research alignment
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from university professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €1,200 monthly living stipend for up to 12 months
- Application fee
- €0
- Tuition / joining costs
- €1,500 per semester
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Stuttgart documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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