GFPS Scholarship Programme for Ukrainian Students

Sector: Education
Type: Exchange programme
Location: Germany
Deadline: Finished
Organiser: GFPS

This is an opportunity to go on an exchange study in Germany for a semester.

If you know German, study well and want to implement creative scientific work, apply. You will have EUR 934 per month, the chance to study at the university of your dreams and the confidence that the organisers will help solve any question.

Training will begin in the summer of 2024. The scholarship is also suitable for students who have recently arrived in Germany and want to continue their studies there.

Scholarships are provided by the Community for Student Exchange in Central and Eastern Europe — GFPS e.V. This is one of the thousands of EU opportunities for Ukraine.

More about the scholarships

What do I get?
  • A monthly stipend of EUR 934. 
  • A semester at one of the state universities in Germany.
  • Two seminars — at the beginning and at the end of the semester.
  • The opportunity to implement your scientific project: write a small scientific paper, conduct a workshop or research, or record a podcast — more details about the requirements are here.
Can I apply?

The organisers invite Ukrainian students who:

  • Study full-time at the university.
  • Have an active public position and share European values.
  • Are fluent in German (B2).
  • Are up to 26 years old.
  • Meet the requirements of the German embassy in Kyiv or have a residence permit in Germany.
  • Have never participated in this programme before.
What do I need to apply?
  • CV.
  • Motivational letter in German — up to one page.
  • A brief description of the ideas for a semester project.
  • Enrollment certificate with an average grade or a copy of a diploma with an attachment.
  • A certificate confirming the level of German language proficiency.
  • If available, a short recommendation from a university or public organisation in Ukrainian, German or English.
How do I apply?

By 1 May, submit the online application.

The organisers will invite the best candidates to an online interview in German.

Good to know
  • You need to choose three universities where you would like to study. Checklist for a university: public, accepts international students, has the proper faculty and everything you need to implement your project.
  • It is your responsibility to get a visa — more about the requirements on the website.
  • Ukrainian students currently living in Germany can apply for BAFöG. More about the programme is at the link.

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