The perfect opportunity: Find out about scholarships for first students!

The perfect opportunity: Find out about scholarships for first students!

On Thursday, February 20, the Limburg-Wetzlar employment agency organizes an information event for young people who would like to start studying in their family. The event with the motto "Studying the first in the family" begins at 3 p.m. and is offered online via Zoom. Participants can receive access via this Link . The initiative is aimed at all interested parties and does not require prior registration.

The event is led by speakers of the "Arbeiterkind.de" platform who are the first students in their families themselves. They offer comprehensive information on central questions such as application deadlines, BAföG, the search for living space and the study as a whole. A special highlight is the possibility that the participants can ask questions and actively exchange ideas.

scholarships: opportunities for committed students

scholarships are valuable support for students who also offer ideal support beyond financial help. These scholarships are not only open to high -flyers, but are also accessible to committed students whose families have no academic background. According to Arbeiterkind.de , an Abitur grade with two or commitment in society is certainly a selection criteria.

Total over 2000 organizations in Germany award scholarships that can be divided into three large blocks. The first block comprises the 13 gifted funding agencies of the Federal Ministry of Education, which offer financial support of up to 735 euros per month. The second block represents the Deutschlandstipendium, which offers 300 euros per month regardless of the student and has been awarded by universities since 2011. The third block consists of numerous smaller scholarship providers who are often less known and therefore receive fewer applications.

advantages and application tips for scholarships

The advantages of a scholarship are complex. In addition to financial support, scholarship holders have access to a large network and ideal support offers such as workshops and seminars. These events not only offer valuable information, but also promote exchange among the students. A frequently mentioned misunderstanding is that scholarships are only intended for financially needy; However, this is widespread and actually not the main selection criterion for many foundations.

In order to successfully apply for a scholarship, interested parties should emphasize their identification with the values ​​of the respective foundation and submit their application documents in good time. Mentoring programs that can support applicants can also be considered. Information on the various foundations and their requirements can often be found online, including on pages such as Studis-online.de , which provide an overview of the large study conveyors in Germany.