Information on the application procedures
The Germany Scholarship at the Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society is awarded annually in the winter semester. This scholarship supports talented and capable students. In addition to good academic performance, other criteria (see below) are included in the selection process.
The Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society awards the scholarships in accordance with the selection criteria laid down in the Scholarship Act and the legal ordinance issued as well as the university's internal awarding statutes.
The amount of the scholarship is 300 euros per month. It is granted as a subsidy and does not count towards BAföG benefits. As a talented young student, you have the opportunity to concentrate fully on your studies and also make use of contacts with sponsors on a voluntary basis.
Are you interested?
Any student enrolled at the Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society can apply. The exact application period will be announced on the HWG LU Deutschlandstipendium website.
The duration of the scholarship is at least one year / 2 semesters.
Applications must be submitted during the application period via the online application portal. The application agreement on the website must be signed and attached to the application. Only then will your application be complete and can be considered.
The following documents must be uploaded to the online application portal:
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form
- Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)
- Current certificate of enrollment (for applicants the letter of admission)
- Certificate of qualification for university entrance
- Current evidence of academic achievement of the ECTS points and grades earned to date
- For Master's scholarship: certificate of the first university degree
- Other documents proving the information provided
- Signed application agreement. Without this agreement, the application will not be considered.
In addition to academic achievements, the following criteria will be assessed:
Voluntary, community, social, higher education policy or political commitment
- Duration of at least 6 months
- Already completed commitments: The end of the commitment was no longer than three years ago at the beginning of the application period
- Ongoing commitment: Only the proven period up to the end of the application period will be considered
- Note: Pure memberships e.g. in a party, association etc. without exercising a special function will not be considered.
Awards/prizes
- Will be considered if they were awarded no more than three years ago at the start of the application period and were awarded at state, federal level or at international level have been awarded.
- Proof must contain personal details and allow a chronological and content-related classification
Gainful employment during your studies
- Gainful employment during your studies such as HIWI activities/work-study activities and part-time jobs during your current studies
- written proof (e.g. employment contract, written confirmation from the employer or similar) by the end of the application period
Care/care of close relatives
- Evidence can be submitted.
Chronic illness/disability
- Evidence can be submitted
Care of own children
- Evidence can be submitted.
Non-academic background / first-time graduate
- Evidence can be submitted.
Migration background
- Evidence can be submitted.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply?
All students who are enrolled at the Ludwigshafen University of Applied Sciences, are within the standard period of study and are expected to be enrolled in this degree program at the Ludwigshafen University of Applied Sciences for at least two more semesters are eligible to apply. German and foreign students are eligible to apply. Students who intend to study in the respective winter semester can also apply. Applicants for university places can submit their letter of admission or confirmation of enrollment at a later date.
Funding is not available to students who already receive talent- or performance-based material support from public or publicly supported institutions in Germany or abroad in the amount of more than 30 euros per month.
What do I enter in the "University semester" and "Subject semester" fields?
In the "University semester" field, please enter the total number of semesters you have spent at German universities (including the upcoming winter semester).
In the "Subject semester" field, please enter the total number of semesters you have spent at German universities (including the upcoming winter semester) in the degree programs you are applying for. Semester periods of discontinued degree programs or other disciplines are not taken into account.
If the degree program you are applying for is your first degree program at a German (technical) university, please enter 1 in each of the fields "University semester" and "Subject semester".
How much is the promotion?
The scholarship holders are supported with 300 € per month.
How long does the scholarship run?
Sponsored students should have their backs free for as long as possible and be able to concentrate on their education. As a rule, the sponsorship lasts at least two semesters and covers a maximum of the standard period of study. After one year in each case, the university checks whether the scholarship holder still meets the eligibility criteria. Therefore, it is necessary that you upload all application documents once again updated in the application portal.
Extension of the maximum funding period and leave of absence
If the duration of studies is extended for serious reasons, such as a disability, pregnancy or the care and upbringing of a child, the maximum funding period can be extended upon application.
You can apply for an extension of the maximum funding period when you apply for a Deutschlandstipendium via the online application system. You submit the application in the "Comments on the application" field and give reasons for it there. Attach written proof of your reason for extension to your application. Only complete extension requests with reasons and supporting documents will be considered.
The scholarship will not be paid during the period of leave of absence from studies. If you resume your studies after your leave of absence, the scholarship period will be adjusted upon notification by the scholarship holder. The period of leave of absence is not counted towards the funding period.
From when can I apply?
The application period is from April to the end of May each year. The exact times will be announced in good time. Applications can only be submitted during the application period and online via the application portal. The application agreement on the Deutschlandstipendium website must be signed and enclosed with the application. Only then will your application be complete and can be considered.
What is the application process and what application documents are required?
Via the link "To the online application" on the right will take you to the application system. Upload all required documents/evidence and the application agreement.
Please send your application to:
Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society
Scholarship Award Committee
Ernst-Boehe-Str. 4-6
67059 Ludwigshafen
Please use the salutation "Dear Sir or Madam".
How does the selection process work?
From the applications submitted in due form and time, the scholarship selection committee selects the applications that can be accepted for funding in accordance with the selection criteria set out in the "Statutes of the Ludwigshafen University of Business and Society for the awarding of Deutschlandstipendien". The selection committee selects the scholarship holders for the new funding period from all applications received. In addition, further applications are selected according to the same criteria, which move up in the order determined by the selection committee if applications included in the selection are subsequently withdrawn or cannot be approved for other reasons.
The Scholarship Selection Committee consists of the following ex officio members
- the President or a person appointed by the President as chairperson,
- the Central Equal Opportunities Officer in an advisory capacity.
The following members of the Scholarship Selection Committee are elected by the Senate for a term of office of two years, in the case of no. 2 for a term of office of one year, on the recommendation of the President:
- four university lecturers (1 member from each Department)
- one student,
- one academic or non-academic member of staff.
If a member leaves prematurely, a new member is elected for the remainder of the term of office. Representatives of private sponsors may attend the meetings of the scholarship selection committee in an advisory capacity. The quorum of the scholarship selection committee is determined by § 38 HochSchG.
Will other income count toward the stipend?
The Deutschlandstipendium is granted regardless of income.
Will the scholarship reduce the BaföG?
The Deutschlandstipendium has no effect on BaföG support.
Are parallel promotions possible?
Double funding is permitted if the scholarship providers listed in the appendix are involved. According to the Scholarship Program Act (StipG), any funding opportunities other than those listed above may not run concurrently with the Deutschlandstipendium.
Revocation of a scholarship award
The granting of the scholarship is to be revoked with at least six weeks' notice to the end of a calendar month if the scholarship holder has not complied with the obligation under Section 10 (2) and (3) of the Scholarship Program Act or receives further funding contrary to Section 4 (1) of the Scholarship Program Act or if the university determines during the examination that the aptitude or talent and performance requirements for the scholarship no longer continue to exist. Retroactive revocation of the award is possible in particular in the case of double funding, as well as in cases in which the award is based on false information provided by the scholarship holder.
Obligations of the scholarship holders to cooperate
Applicants must fulfill the duties to cooperate necessary for the selection process, in particular to provide the information and evidence required for the examination of the aptitude and performance requirements.
Scholarship holders must immediately report any changes in their circumstances that are relevant to the granting of the scholarship.
The scholarship holders must provide the university with the data required to fulfill its duty to provide information in accordance with Section 13 (1) No. 1, (4) of the Scholarship Program Act.