Applications are now open for the SBW Berlin Germany Scholarship 2026 —a premier fully funded social impact scholarship in Germany designed for international students and emerging nonprofit leaders. If you’re passionate about social entrepreneurship and ready to leverage world-class education to drive change, this is your opportunity to study at top Berlin and Potsdam universities without financial barriers.
As an SBW Berlin Germany Scholarship recipient, you’ll receive 100% tuition coverage, a generous monthly living stipend, and professional development grants to pursue your bachelor’s or master’s degree program in any scientific, social, or artistic discipline. This comprehensive funding package makes it one of the most competitive scholarships in Europe for those committed to community development and nonprofit innovation.
To qualify, you must demonstrate proven social commitment through prior work with NGOs or social institutions in your home country and exhibit strong leadership potential. Applications are submitted via your chosen Fachhochschule or university in Berlin or Potsdam by the February deadline—don’t miss your chance to join a vibrant network of global changemakers on a fully funded educational journey in Germany!
SBW Berlin, Germany Scholarship 2026
- Host Country: Study in Germany
- Host University: University Of Applied Sciences
- Scholarships Offered By: SBW Berlin
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
- Which Degree Level Students Can Apply: Undergraduate and Master’s.
- Deadline: All year round
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Who can apply?
Foreign nationals whose home countries appear to have a particular need for development assistance.
Holders of a student visa for Germany or a residence permit to take up or carry out a course of study in Germany
Students whose studies in Germany are already being funded by another scholarship are not eligible to apply.
This rule excludes assistance under the Federal Education Assistance Act (BAföG). In this case, the scholarship amount is adjusted according to the BAföG allowance.
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Scholarship Benefits
For the duration of the scholarship (max. The funding period is equivalent to the regular period of the
study program), SBW Berlin covers the necessary living expenses of the scholarship recipients. The
scholarship includes:
- a furnished room in shared student flats in Berlin
- cost-of-living allowance currently in the amount of 480 euros per month
- tuition fees
- possibly also a travel contribution for the journey to Berlin before the start of the course of study and for the journey home after successful completion of the course
First payments can only be made after the scholarship recipient has moved into the shared student
apartment. Part-time jobs are generally not approved by SBW Berlin.
Applicants who receive benefits under the Federal Education Assistance Act (BAFöG) can only be
granted benefits that are not counted. The cash value of the accommodation granted must be taken into account when calculating the allowance.
As a rule, these applicants only receive a “flat rate” or book allowance in the amount of the maximum
100 Euro per month.
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How To Apply
When applying for the scholarship, proof of the applicant’s social commitment in the form of a letter of recommendation from a non-profit organization or social institution is required.
The nonprofit organization or social institution submits the letter on behalf of the applicant in PDF format to application@sbw.berlin. After carefully reviewing the letter, outstanding prospects will be granted
access to the application form.
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