Financing your studies
How can I finance my studies? This is the first question students ask themselves they have received their place at university. That's why we at the Studierendenwerk are here for you. We will show you various options for financing your life during your studies and getting started without worrying about money.
Under certain circumstances, foreign students can receive BAföG payments. Students who came to Germany solely to study (for example with a student visa) are not eligible. Asylum seekers and asylum applicants are also not eligible.
Foreign students can receive BAföG if they …
- are citizens of the European Union and have a right to permanent residence in line with the EU’s Freedom of Movement Law or are foreign students with a permanent residence permit
- or one parent are or were employed in Germany and have a corresponding residence permit
- are recognized refugees
If you have questions, please feel free to contact the Amt für Ausbildungsförderung (Office for Educational Funding).
As far as other options for financing your studies are concerned, we can clarify important questions you may have in regard to working as a student. Scholarships are available – and not just for gifted students. There are also other student loans.
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If you have further questions on how to finance your studies (excluding BAföG and the Studierendenwerk loan), please contact our social counselling service.
