Civil Service Candidate Preparatory Practicum and Salary Entitlement

Official state fellowship scheme appointing students as civil service candidates on revocable terms (Beamte auf Widerruf) throughout their degree tenure.

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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: Pass mark in state entrance selection board.
English language proficiency: German C1.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: State appointment documentation and health oath.
Recommendation letters: Government appointment board approval.

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

Financial support / stipend: Full civil service health insurance subsidy and guaranteed public sector post upon graduation
Application fee: None
Tuition / joining costs: Fully waived

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Public Administration documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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