Support and Financing
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The question “How do I finance my studies?” is an important—and sometimes even crucial—one. Whether you’ve already started your studies or are just beginning to look into your options—there are numerous ways to get financial support for your studies. We’d like to give you an overview of the most important funding options so you can easily find the information you need and discover the right support for you.
General Sources of Funding (BAföG, Education Loan)
The Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG) is the primary form of government support for students in Germany. It can be combined with many other scholarships. The Studentenwerk provides students with information on various funding sources, including BAföG, parental support, educational loans, and student jobs. Website Studentenwerk
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Deutschlandstipendium
Through the Deutschlandstipendium, 300 high-achieving and particularly dedicated students are supported this semester—funded equally by the federal government and private sponsors from the business sector and civil society. It is open to all departments and is paid in addition to BAföG or other financial aid. It’s worth keeping an eye on the call for applications! Deutschlandstipendium
STEM Scholarships
TheSociety of Friends and Supporters of TU Dresden supports up to 13 first-year students each academic year who have demonstrated excellent academic performance and are beginning a degree program in the fields of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and engineering (“MINT”) at TU Dresden. MINT Scholarship
Scholarship Organizations and the Studienstiftung
Thirteen state-funded organizations for the promotion of gifted students have joined forces to form a consortium, with the aim of providing scholarship recipients with comprehensive, individualized support. In addition to financial support, these programs are primarily dedicated to intellectual and personal development. Organizations for the Promotion of Gifted Students and Foundations
The German National Academic Foundation (Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes) is the most renowned support program for exceptionally talented students in all departments. In addition to financial support, the German National Academic Foundation offers a broad network, mentoring programs, and exclusive continuing education opportunities.German National Academic Foundation
Sports Scholarships
TU Dresden is a partner university for elite sports and supports competitive athletes studying at TU Dresden with sports scholarships. This allows students to optimally combine their studies with sports. Sports Scholarship
Opportunities for International Students
The International Office provides advice on various funding options and awards scholarships to TUD students spending a semester abroad through programs such as ERASMUS and PROMOS.
Additional Opportunities
TUD also offers positions for Student Assistants and Research Assistants. This provides the opportunity to gain professional experience in the academic field while studying.