Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships are prestigious funding opportunities offered by Evangelisches Studienwerk, an organization affiliated with the Protestant Church in Germany. These scholarships are designed to support exceptional students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to social and ethical values.
The Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships are open to candidates from various disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, and theology. The scholarships aim to foster the intellectual and personal development of individuals who are actively engaged in shaping society, promoting social justice, and contributing to the common good. The scholarships promote a holistic approach to education, encouraging recipients to reflect on the ethical dimensions of their studies and explore ways to apply their knowledge and skills for the betterment of society.
Financial support is a significant aspect of the Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships. The scholarships cover various expenses, including tuition fees, living costs, and research-related expenses, thereby enabling recipients to focus on their studies without the burden of financial constraints. The duration and amount of the scholarship vary depending on the specific program and the recipient’s level of study.
Beyond financial support, Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships offer a supportive community and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth. Scholars become part of a vibrant network of students and alumni, providing a platform for intellectual exchange, networking, and collaboration. The organization organizes regular seminars, workshops, and conferences where scholars can engage in meaningful discussions, explore interdisciplinary topics, and broaden their horizons.
The Evangelisches Studienwerk also emphasizes the importance of personal and spiritual development. The scholarships provide access to mentorship and counseling services, enabling scholars to receive guidance and support throughout their academic journey. The organization recognizes the significance of the whole person and encourages scholars to develop a strong sense of identity, purpose, and values.
Furthermore, the Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships encourage scholars to actively engage in social and cultural activities that promote justice, equality, and solidarity. The organization values the social responsibility of its scholars and encourages them to participate in volunteer work, social initiatives, and projects that address pressing societal issues.
The application process for Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships is competitive and typically involves submitting a comprehensive application that includes academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, and a personal interview. The selection committee evaluates candidates based on their academic achievements, potential for leadership, personal qualities, and their alignment with the values and mission of the organization.
In summary, Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarships provide exceptional students with financial support, a supportive community, and opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. These scholarships are designed to empower scholars to actively engage in social and ethical issues. By investing in these scholars, the Evangelisches Studienwerk aims to nurture individuals who will make meaningful contributions to society and embody the principles of justice, compassion, and service.
- Level of Study: Master & Ph.D. Degree
- Institution(s): Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst
- Study in: Germany
- Courses Offered: Any subject offered by the University
- Deadline: Deadlines are given below for postgraduate students:
Masters: 1 March / 1 September 2023 Doctoral: 1 June and 1 December 2023 (Annual)
Scholarship Benefits
Benefits for Masters Students:
The scholarship of Evangelisches Studienwerk provides a monthly allowance and a wide range of academic offers:
- Monthly allowance
of up to 812 Euros plus 300 Euros for the cost of studies - Summer university
A broad variety of seminars are held at the Village Campus during the summer months. Academics, experts, students, and graduates with different academic and professional backgrounds come together to discuss issues in an interdisciplinary atmosphere. - Study/work abroad
Gaining professional competence and broadening one’s horizon demands global experience. This is why Evangelisches Studienwerk actively encourages its students to spend time abroad and usually covers tuition and expenses for traveling. - Work practice
Evangelisches Studienwerk supports mandatory internships for up to one semester. - Democracy
Villigst is a democratic organization that encourages all students to contribute to institutional life. They are represented at all levels of the Studienwerk’s management. - Contact and advice
Students experience individual advice and support not only through their Director of Studies in Villigst but also through a regional counselor at their university’s location.
Benefits for Doctoral Students:
A full grant currently amounts to 1,350 EUR. Doctoral candidates moreover receive a research allowance of 100 EUR. Suppose there are children under the age of 14 living with the doctoral candidate for whom the candidate is the legal guardian. In that case, the candidate is eligible for a childcare allowance or support for a parental year.
Eligibility Criteria for Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarship
For Masters:
Evangelisches Studienwerk is looking for young people who are interested in their subject, achieve good performances, take on responsibility in society, and are keen to broaden their horizons. The following formal requirements must be fulfilled for the application:
- Proven social commitment (for instance church, politics, social, environment) and proven specialist suitability for the course of studies
- Membership in a Protestant church (exceptions are possible when submitting a special application
- Citizenship of a member state or accession country of the European Union or other citizenship in accordance with Section 8 of the German Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG)
- For applicants without German citizenship: good German language skills (DSH certificate, TestDaf (test for foreign learners of the German language)
- Valid qualification for university studies (for instance general or advanced entrance qualification)
- At the time of application (March/ September), therefore, the students must not have advanced beyond the 3rd subject-related semester
Exception: Refugees who would like to study or want to continue their studies in Germany are eligible to apply past the 3rd semester. At the pre-selection time of application, there have to be at least 4 subject-related semesters left to study.
- For students striving for a double degree, the number of semesters in the course of studies first commenced is decisive
- Applicants who are older than 35 must also enclose a special application (to the information sheet for special applications [PDF])
- Receipt of the processing charge (12 euros) until completion of the application
Eligible Regions: EU member states, and anyone who lives in Germany (foreigner or citizen)
For Doctoral:
Target Group
German and foreign nationals of protestant faith with excellent academic standing who wish to obtain or are already studying for a doctorate at a German higher-education institution.
Academic Requirements
admission to a doctorate at a German institution of higher education
An application is possible if the applicant has not worked on the project for more than a year.
Number of Scholarships
about 200 scholarships per year
Duration
Scholarships are initially awarded for a period of 2 years, an extension of the funding period for up to 3 years at most is possible.
How to Apply for Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarship
Masters Scholarship
- After you have registered via the link from the official website, you will receive your log-in data for the online application portal by e-mail.
- It may take a while before you are sent your personal password.
- With your log-in data, you will then be able to log in and process your application data at any time until the deadline for applications.
- Please note that you have to click the “Finalise entries” button on the start page of the online application portal to subsequently send your application.
- You will then be confirmed automatically by e-mail that the application documents have been transmitted in good time.
- As soon as your documents are checked, they will contact you. If you are accepted for the selection process, in the next step you will be invited to a preliminary interview. The preselection committee will then decide on the invitation to the two-day main selection process. This always takes place in February and July in Haus Villigst (Schwerte) and includes group phases and another individual interview. You have to appear personally for the preselection and main selection processes.
- All communication within the framework of the process is by e-mail. They, therefore, request that you should be definitely available for contact by e-mail and should promptly notify us if there are any changes in your contact data. Furthermore, we would like to inform you that your data will be electronically processed for selection and forwarded to the persons involved.
- Go to the online application portal from the apply now link.
- Application deadlines and fees
Please note that they can only accept you in our support program if you are already studying or you are going to commence your studies on the next possible date after the selection process. If you are not yet studying, please always apply for the process which begins before the planned commencement of your studies.- The application deadline for acceptance for the winter semester is 1st March (midnight).
- The preselection processes are in April/May offer and the main selection process is in July/August.
- The application deadline for acceptance for the summer semester is 1st September (midnight).
- The preselection processes then take place in October/November and the main selection process in February/March.
They charge a fee of 12 Euros for processing your application.
Doctoral Scholarship
Application documents
All important information about the required documents can be found in the checklist:
Checklist [PDF]. You can find more information in our FAQs.
- 2 reviews from professors or habilitated professors, one of which is from the supervisor of the doctoral thesis (Notes on the reviews [PDF])
- detailed synopsis
- separate, one-sided explanation of the research topic in German
- Structure of the planned dissertation
- Time schedule
- CV in tabular form
- formulated CV
- Certificates (Abitur certificate (graduation diploma), BA including certificates of achievement, MA including certificates of achievement or equivalent certificates (1st state examination, etc.)) with individual grades and overall grade
- Admission to the doctorate by the doctoral committee of the university or the faculty
- informal justification of non-Protestant applicants (letter of motivation – please state your interest in the Evangelische Studienwerk and your thoughts on religion and church)
- Certificate for German language skills B2/DSH (for non-German speaking applicants)
- informal justification if the doctoral project is implemented abroad
They charge a fee of 19 euros for processing your application.
Website
Please visit the official website below for further information about the Evangelisches Studienwerk Scholarship.
Scholarship for Masters Students: Official Website
Scholarship for Doctoral Students: Official Website