KatHO NRW Deutschlandstipendium National Merit Bursary

Federal co-funded merit scholarship awarded to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students demonstrating academic excellence and community engagement.

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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 15% academic grade performance in current cohort
English language proficiency: German fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Resume detailing civic engagement, volunteer social work, or overcoming family hardship
Recommendation letters: One recommendation from a KatHO instructor or charitable organization

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €300 monthly cash stipend for twelve months (renewable)
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: November 30, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Catholic University of North Rhine-Westphalia (KatHO NRW) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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