OpenFieldClausthal Circular Economy Deutschlandstipendium Excellence Award
National merit-based scholarship supporting outstanding enrolled domestic and international bachelor’s and master’s students pursuing degrees in engineering, raw materials, and digital technologies.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Demonstrated top-tier academic performance in previous secondary or undergraduate studies (German grade 1.5 or better)
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 or German DSH-2 / TestDaF 4 depending on program language
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae in tabular format, motivation letter, and certified transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Letters of reference highlighting social engagement and academic merit
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €300 per month (€3,600/year) co-funded by the Federal Government and industrial partners
- Application fee
- €75 (uni-assist application fee)
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition across Lower Saxony public universities; semester contribution approx. €265/semester
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Technical University of Clausthal documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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