Oskar Karl Forster Scholarship (University of Regensburg)

• One-off grant of EUR 100 up to a maximum of EUR 500.
• For books or other learning materials, or alternatively dissertation printing costs.
• Cannot be used for other purposes, in line with BAföG rules on educational support.
• Use must be proven with original receipts dated within the semester of approval.

Closing date for expenses incurred in the summer semester 2026 (1 April to 30 September 2026): 15 May 2026. Later rounds follow; check the page for the next closing date.

1. Download the application form (DOC) from the official page.
2. Have the responsible professor or supervisor confirm the expenses and academic performance on the form.
3. Submit the form with the supporting documents.
4. If approved, buy the materials and submit original receipts dated in the approval semester.

• Application form with lecturer confirmation.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Proof of previous academic achievements, in particular copies of certificates.
• Current BAföG notification.
• Certificate of enrolment.

Selection is based on talent and financial need; the grant amount is fixed after all applications are in. Detailed need criteria are in the announcement (PDF) on the official page.