Oskar-Karl-Forster Scholarship

• studying at least in the 2nd semester Bachelor, Master or doctorate at a Bavarian university
• not in a holiday term at the time of application
• you must be in need
• you have not yet received the Oskar Karl Forster Scholarship (only possible once during your Bachelor's, Master's or doctoral studies)

Note: The Oskar-Karl-Forster scholarship is awarded irrespective of religious affiliation and nationality.

• a completed and signed application form (electronic signatures are accepted).
• learning material list signed by a resposible professor or lecture (see application form), also possible electronically
• certificate of Study
• curriculum Vitae
• confirmation of grades
• proof of income

1. students living with parent(s):

• BAföG- notice 

OR:

• own salary slips or bank statements for at least three consecutive months
• proof of scholarships/social aid/support from family or friends (e.g. by bank statements)
• supporting documents from parents (income tax return for the year before the last year before your application: 2021)
• if applicable, salary slips of at least three consecutive months of siblings and/or other persons living in the household and showing earnings
• if applicable, proof of alimony/child support for self and/or own child
   

2. students with own place of residence: 

• BAföG- notice 

OR:

• own salary slips or bank statements for at least three consecutive months
• proof of scholarships/social aid/support from family or friends (e.g. bank statements)
• evidence of alimony/child support for self and/or own child, if applicable 
• if applicable, proof of spouse, if living in the same household

3. doctoral candidates: 

• own salary slips or bank statements for at least three consecutive months 
• proof of scholarships/social aid/support from family or friends (e.g. bank statements)
• proof of alimony/child support for self and/or own child, if applicable
• if applicable, proof of spouse, if living in the same household

• applications are submitted by e-mail during the application period
• if the application is complete, you will receive written feedback after the application deadline as to whether and how much of the requested amount you will receive
• you purchase the learning materials noted in the application and submit the invoice to us (invoice must be made out to applicant*); earliest invoice date: 15 March 2024 at the earliest
• after submitting the invoices you will receive the amount by transfer to your account

Note: The application deadline for 2024 is expected to be published on this website in spring.