Germany University of Hamburg Merit Scholarships 2026 for International Students

 Unlock Your Academic Future with Universität Hamburg Merit Scholarships 2026

Who Can Apply

The Merit Scholarship Program 2026 welcomes:
Bachelor’s degree students
Master’s degree students
Staatsexamen students (programs concluding with a state examination)
Doctoral candidates are not eligible

Fields of Study

The scholarship is open to all academic subjects at Universität Hamburg, including:
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences
Humanities
Business and Economics
Law
Medicine and Health Sciences
Education
Engineering and Computer Science

Scholarship Benefits

Receive up to €992 per month to support your studies
Funding lasts 12 months (2 semesters) with the option to reapply for up to 2 years
Scholarships are paid directly into a German bank account

Who is Eligible

Open to applicants of all nationalities
Must be enrolled at Universität Hamburg for at least 2 semesters (Bachelor/Staatsexamen) or 1 semester (Master’s)
Applicants must not hold German citizenship
Applicants not eligible for BAföG
Doctoral researchers are not eligible

Selection Process

Applications are evaluated based on academic excellence, subject-related achievements, and awards

Take the Next Step

Fill out the online application form by 15 April 2026
Register using your Universität Hamburg student email
Upload all required documents and secure your chance to be recognized as one of the university’s top international talents

How to Apply

The annual application deadline for 2026 is 15 April
Funding period runs from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027
Required documents include CV, motivation letter, transcripts, evaluations from professors, and proof of academic achievements (optional)
Non-EU students must provide a residence permit; EU students must show ID and registration certificate via Zoom