OpenFieldPostdoctoral Early-Career International Scholar Housing Subsidy
Need-based housing grant for international postdoctoral fellows in computer science, audio engineering, and telecommunications during their initial transition year.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Ph.D. completed within last 3 years; verified postdoctoral research contract in Ilmenau
- English language proficiency
- Fluent English
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Postdoctoral employment contract and financial aid application
- Recommendation letters
- Faculty supervisor recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Direct apartment rental reduction of €350 per month for up to 12 months
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Living accommodation subsidy
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- July 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Internationales Begegnungszentrum (IBZ Ilmenau) documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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