FAQ
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1
How long does the HJK Foundation support the stay abroad?
The Foundation supports your scholarship for a maximum of one year. It is possible to receive funding from the foundation, even if the program lasts longer than a year. Like for shorter scientific stays abroad you can receive funding for max. 1 year.
2
My stay abroad lasts longer than one year. Can I still apply for the scholarship?
Yes, it is possible to receive funding from the foundation, even if the program you were accepted to lasts longer than one year. You can receive funding for maximum 1 year. You can apply for funding if your stay abroad starts between next September and the following August.
3
Do I have to study a certain subject if I want to apply for the scholarship?
While the focus of the foundation is on science, technology and economics, applicants from all fields of study are considered for funding. The main prerequisites are that you were accepted for a stay at a university abroad and that it starts between next September and the following August.
4
Is there a time frame that I have to consider when my stay abroad has to start?
You can apply to the foundation, if your stay abroad starts between next September and the following August.
5
I will only receive the letter of recommendation (or another document) after the application deadline. Can I submit it later?
You need to submit all the specified documents until the end of the application period.
Unfortunately we cannot accept documents that were handed in later.
6
What certificate/reference do I have to submit?
You have to add at least one certificate with the application, e.g. a letter of recommendation.
7
Does the requirement that my stay abroad is not publicly or privately funded also apply to Erasmus+ and BAföG?
Yes, it also applies to Erasmus+ and BAföG. If you want to know more about that, you can take a look at our Guidelines. The PDF can be found under the "Your Application" page.
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More information about the letter of recommendation
A letter of recommendation must be submitted for your stay abroad. Ideally, this should come from a person of authority such as a professor and relate specifically to your planned stay.
However, if you have difficulty obtaining such a letter of recommendation, it is also possible to submit a letter from a professor during your Bachelor's degree program. This can also be considered a valid letter of recommendation.