Location: Germany
Program: Undergraduate Degree Progam
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: Same with course
Deadline: September 1, 2026
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The TANDEM Scholarship Programme, established by the Deutsche Universitätsstiftung (DUS) in 2012, supports first-generation academics students whose families have no academic background throughout their studies at a German university. Its distinguishing feature is a mentoring relationship with a university professor close to the scholar’s subject area and place of study, enabling regular, study-accompanying exchange. Beyond the mentoring relationship, DUS offers scholars two workshops per year, one personal one-on-one coaching session with a professional coach during their studies, networking events, subject-related events, and an annual call-off budget for study-related costs.
The Deutsche Universitätsstiftung is dedicated to promoting science, research, and education in Germany, in particular by supporting scientists and young academic talent, alongside a charitable purpose. The foundation aims to show young people the possibilities, perspectives, and opportunities of university study and to support them along that path. Since establishing TANDEM in 2012, the foundation also launched the Welcome and hochform scholarship programmes in October 2015 for Bachelor’s and Master’s students from refugee backgrounds studying in Germany.
Benefits of the Programme
This programme will provide the following to its recipients:
- An annual call-off budget for study-related costs
- Digital package for the purchase of digital technology
- Reimbursement of travel costs to seminars and events
- One personal one-on-one coaching session with a professional coach during the study period
- Participation in scientific events (e.g., DHV symposium) and integration into networks
- Seminars for the development of key skills (twice a year, mandatory) on the following topics:
- Mentoring as an opportunity and a responsibility
- Self-management and learning management
- Presentation training
- Job application training
- Business etiquette and communication
- Conflict management
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this programme, applicants must meet the following:
- Must hold a place in a Staatsexamen degree programme at a German university or Hochschule
- The programme does not accept Master’s students
- Must hold an Abitur/university entrance qualification of at least “good” standing
- Must come from a family with no academic degree
- Must submit a motivation letter (maximum one page) addressing expectations of the scholarship, a tabular CV (maximum two pages), and the Abitur certificate
- Application must be submitted exclusively electronically, compiled into a single PDF file, and sent by email to Ms. Anna Bartsch by September 1, 2026 (exclusion deadline)
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements.
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Selection Criteria
Applications are reviewed by the Deutsche Universitätsstiftung, which in selecting scholars works closely with its cooperation partners. There is no legal entitlement to the award of a scholarship, and legal recourse is excluded.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application
