The Schmalenbach Scholarship 2027

The Schmalenbach Foundation is offering financial and academic support to academically outstanding and socially engaged students pursuing a full-time, business-oriented Master's degree at a recognised university in the German-speaking region. Beyond financial assistance, the programme provides access to a professional network, mentorship and academic events organised by the Schmalenbach Society.

Apply now and become part of a prestigious network.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2026
• Study LevelMasters
• SponsorThe Schmalenbach Foundation
• Course to studyBusiness Administration
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

In addition to financial support, scholarship recipients also receive non-material support. This means they have access to a high-caliber network and benefit from a mentoring program. Furthermore, they participate in the activities of the Schmalenbach Society. The maximum funding period is two years (four semesters). After one year, the scholarship recipients' academic progress is reviewed.

• Financial support

  Book allowance of €500 per semester for the entire funding period

• Membership free of charge

  Membership in the Schmalenbach Society free of charge for the entire duration of the funding period.

• Access to events

  Our scholarship recipients receive free tickets to all our events throughout the entire funding period.

• Network

  As part of our events, we offer an attractive supporting program that focuses on networking.

• Mentoring program

  A network of former scholarship recipients shares experiences and provides advice.

Requirements

The program is aimed at students enrolled in a full-time Master's program with a business administration focus at a university in a German-speaking country. Funding can also be provided for a complete course of study in a neighboring country, provided that active participation in our German-language courses can be credibly demonstrated.

Funding criteria

• Enrollment in a Master's program in Business Administration (or equivalent)
• Outstanding professional achievements (Bachelor's degree certificate)
• Proof of social engagement
• Optional proof of financial need (e.g., BAföG notification)

Application Documents

• Letter of motivation and detailed CV
• Letter of recommendation from a supervising university lecturer
• Certificate of enrollment
• Bachelor's degree certificate from a university in a German-speaking country
• Evidence of social engagement
• If applicable, BAföG notification or comparable certificate of financial need.

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2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• To apply, please register using the online form in the webpage and simultaneously submit all required files by email to: [email protected].

For more information, kindly visit The Schmalenbach webpage.