Fully Funded SBW Berlin Scholarship for International Students

Location: Germany

Program: Undergraduate, Masters

Eligibility: International Students

Duration: 4 years

Deadline: No fixed deadline. Applications are accepted all year round

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The SBW Berlin Scholarship for International Students is a fully funded program designed to support talented and socially committed students from around the world who wish to pursue higher education in Germany. The scholarship focuses on individuals from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly those from developing countries, who demonstrate outstanding academic performance and a strong dedication to using their education to drive positive social change. Recipients of the scholarship are given the opportunity to study at universities and colleges in Berlin or Potsdam, with the aim of equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to the development of their home countries.

Beyond covering tuition fees, the SBW Berlin Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including accommodation in one of the organization’s shared student apartments, a monthly living allowance, and other necessary assistance to ease the cost of living in Germany. What makes this scholarship unique is its emphasis on community service and social responsibility. Scholars are expected to engage in projects that benefit their communities both during and after their studies, ensuring that the program’s impact extends beyond personal advancement to global development. This approach makes the SBW Berlin Scholarship not just a financial aid program, but a platform for empowering future leaders and change-makers.

Benefits of the Scholarship

SBW Berlin covers the necessary living expenses of the scholarship recipients. The scholarship includes:

Accommodation
Cost-of-living allowance currently in the amount of 480 Euro per month
Tuition fees
Travel contribution for the journey to Berlin before the start of the course of study and for the journey home after successful completion of the course

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Between the ages of 18 and 30
Professional or volunteer experience in the non-profit/social sector (supported by letters of recommendation from the social institution or non-profit organization)
Have demonstrably not resided in Germany for more than 18 months prior to application
University entrance qualification
Intention to work for at least 18 months in the country of origin after graduation or to engage in charitable activities in Germany until the repayment plan is fulfilled
Proven relatively low net income (see guidelines)
Average grade equivalent to a German grade point average of at least 2.0
No first-degree family members permanently residing in Germany
Application before the start of studies or fully enrolled in the first, second or maximum third semester at a state-recognized university (in Germany or abroad) or application for a master’s degree shortly before or after obtaining a bachelor’s degree
Interested applicants should note that an application for a place at a university or university of applied sciences (Fachhochschule) in Berlin or Potsdam is required. This is done separately to the scholarship application, i.e. applicants are responsible for this themselves.

NOTE: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.

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Selection Criteria

During the first phase of the selection process, the letter of recommendation from the applicants are carefully reviewed. A decision is then made as to whether applicants will be granted access to the application portal. The link will be shared via email.
During the second phase of the selection process, the application form, the applicant’s grades, and financial situation are carefully reviewed.
During the third phase of the selection process, an interview or video conference is conducted with candidates who, after examining their application documents, have been deemed suitable for the scholarship program. The interview(s) may include a practical task and discussion of the details of the planned community/social project, including objectives and timetable for the first six months.