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Paderborn University (Universität Paderborn)

NRWege ins Studium for degree students

Supports students at risk

Students with refugee experience who are enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree programme can apply for a scholarship if - the higher education entrance qualification was obtained abroad - an initial decision has been made by the BAMF or - they have been admitted for temporary protection or for humanitarian reasons or - the person was admitted from abroad and there is no enforceable obligation to leave the country - the person does not yet have a so called 'Niederlassungserlaubnis' - the person entered the country no more than five years ago, before initial support was provided by NRWege ins Studium or the federal Integra programme (exceptions: own illness, caring for relatives or raising children) Not eligible for funding: Persons in ongoing asylum proceedings with a temporary residence permit (§55 AufenthG) if no initial decision has yet been made Persons with a latent or immediate obligation to leave the country (§§50 Para. 1 and 60 a AufenthG) Persons with a domestic higher education entrance qualification Persons with a settlement permit or German citizenship

Overview

Paderborn University (Universität Paderborn)
Paderborn , North Rhine-Westphalia region, Germany
Full-time
German, English
Neuroscience, Sports-related Subjects, Business & Management Studies, Business Analytics, Economics & Econometrics, Engineering - General, Computer Science, Modern Languages & Literatures, Human Resources Management, Sociology, Social Work, Art & Design, Communication, Film & Media Studies

Detailed Information

Qualifications
- Regular enrolment at Paderborn University - Submission of a letter of motivation in which the interest in studying is explained in connection with the previous educational path and the need for support - It must be expected that the intended degree programme can be successfully completed - Proof that BAföG has been applied for and that the application has been rejected/not yet approved. The entitlement to a full scholarship expires with the approval of BAföG - When applying for a merit scholarship, your outstanding (academic) achievements should be clearly described accordingly - Information on any other income received - Written declaration of the applicant's willingness to provide the necessary personal data to the university in accordance with funding line E and willingness to participate in further surveys or studies - Regular attendance - Obligation to take part in the university's counselling sessions and to do voluntary work - In the case of an initial application from the 4th semester onwards or a follow-up application, proof of the study results of the previous period and a positive report from a university lecturer confirming the personal and professional suitability of the applicant must be submitted - In the case of a follow-up application, the applicant must also be willing to volunteer in the programme or in university (related) activities - In the event of naturalisation or the granting of a so-called 'Niederlassungserlaubnis', the entitlement to the scholarship lapses. No follow-up application can be submitted
Procedure
Please send your complete application documents by e-mail by the deadline to: io-refugees@zv.uni-paderborn.de The application must include the following documents: - Application including a letter of motivation explaining the reason for and need for financial support - Curriculum vitae in tabular form with details of previous stay in Germany - Copy of the residence document (both sides) - Proof of BAFöG application (approval or rejection) - Proof of current funding(income self-disclosure form) - Performance overview incl. current grade point average - Proof of voluntary work (if available) - In the case of a first-time application from the 4th semester or a subsequent application, proof of the study results of the previous period and a positive report from a university lecturer confirming the personal and professional suitability of the applicant (report not older than 3 months) must also be submitted. In this case, the applicant must also declare his/her willingness to volunteer for the programme or university-related activities.
Academic Transfer
Accepts transfer credit.

Application Requirements

Other documents
Letter of motivation
Letter(s) of recommendation
Transcript(s)
Application form
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