OpenFieldDeutschlandstipendium Academic Excellence Grant at FAU
Federal merit scholarship honoring high academic performers who demonstrate social responsibility, overcoming structural barriers, or international leadership.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Top 10-15% academic standing in prior academic record.
- English language proficiency
- German or English proficiency per degree program.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Enrollment verification, transcripts, CV, and documentation of extracurricular leadership.
- Recommendation letters
- One professor evaluation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €300 per month (€3,600 annually) co-funded 50% by the federal government and 50% by Siemens, Schaeffler, or regional foundations
- Application fee
- No extra fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Paid directly to student; tuition is free
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- June 30, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Erlangen-Nuremberg documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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