BAföG
Federal Training Assistance Act
BAföG is the classic form of financial aid for education and is more affordable than any student loan. Information and application forms are available via the links below. The maximum amount of funding is currently €861 per month.
The Frankfurt am Main Student Union is responsible for students at the Frankfurt School. You can also get an initial overview by downloading the flyer.
BAföG for study abroad
Eligibility
All students in bachelor's degree programme, whether full-time, integrated with training or integrated with work, are eligible for Auslands-BAföG (Federal Assistance for Studying Abroad).
Information and Application
Information, forms and the addresses of the relevant educational funding offices can be found here.
Tuition Fee Reimbursement and Travel Allowance
A maximum of €4,600 in tuition fees will be reimbursed. This amount is non-refundable.
The travel allowance for EU countries is €250 and for non-EU countries; €500.
Health Insurance Subsidy
A health insurance subsidy is only available upon presentation of proof.
Repayment Obligation
50% of the subsidies awarded (travel allowance and health insurance) can be reclaimed after the stay abroad.
BAföG for study abroad
Eligibility
All students in bachelor's degree programme, whether full-time, integrated with training or integrated with work, are eligible for Auslands-BAföG (Federal Assistance for Studying Abroad).
Information and Application
Information, forms and the addresses of the relevant educational funding offices can be found here.
Tuition Fee Reimbursement and Travel Allowance
A maximum of €4,600 in tuition fees will be reimbursed. This amount is non-refundable.
The travel allowance for EU countries is €250 and for non-EU countries; €500.
Health Insurance Subsidy
A health insurance subsidy is only available upon presentation of proof.
Repayment Obligation
50% of the subsidies awarded (travel allowance and health insurance) can be reclaimed after the stay abroad.
Education loan
The KfW Development Bank offers an education loan for students at an advanced level of study (bachelor's degree with proven successful completion of the second semester, master's degree). This education loan is not to be confused with the KfW Student Loan!
The funding is available in monthly amounts of €100, €200 or €300, it is limited to a maximum of 24 months and is granted regardless of your own income or that of your parents or spouse.
A one-time advance payment of up to €3,600 for education-related expenses (e.g., tuition fees, work materials) is possible. The loan can also be used in addition to BAföG funding and is granted until the end of the month in which students turn 36. Applications can be submitted in writing to the Federal Office of Administration, 50728 Cologne or online. Payment is then made directly by KfW.
