Tuition fees and financing

BAföG is a state subsidy to finance your studies. It is worthwhile to apply for BAföG, as more than every second student is eligible for it.

• Your circumstances determine the amount of support
• 934 € maximum rate (as of 2022) 
• Use the BAföG calculator at www.bafoeg-rechner.de/Rechner/ to find out your individual funding amount
• You receive 50% of the amount paid out as a gift
• The rest is an interest-free loan
• 10,000€ maximum repayment amount

The KfW Student Loan is tailored to students. Compared to regular loans, you do not need proof of your assets or your parents' income. 

• Monthly amount between €100 and €650 (freely selectable)
• Full repayment incl. annual interest
• 54.600€ maximum repayment amount

As long as you are in your first education, you are usually entitled to child care benefit until you turn 25.

• a study programme can also count as your first education
• 250€ per month (as of 2023)
• Your parents apply for child benefit

Brain Capital is an education fund that provides financial support for your tuition fees and, thanks to our cooperation partner, your living expenses during your studies. 

• Monthly payment between 100€ and 600€
• Principle of the reverse intergenerational contract
• The repayment amount is based on the amount of your future income

With a scholarship, you receive monthly financial support that does not have to be repaid like a loan or credit. 

• The amount differs according to the type of scholarship
• Sponsors are foundations, public/private institutions or universities