We take the protection of your personal data very seriously. Please find information regarding the data protection regulation in the area of study grants and loans (BAföG): Data Protection Information BaföG

 

If you are already over 30 years old at the beginning of your education, you will only receive BAföG if special requirements are met. Info sheet “Age Limit” as PDF

You will not always receive funding for a second course of training. First, it must be clarified what kind of support you may be eligible for. Info sheet “Further Training” as PDF

If you change your subject or drop out without a degree, your entitlement to BAföG may cease. In the case of a second change, it is possible that the type of financial aid will later change from half grant and half interest-free loan to an interest-bearing full loan. Info sheet “Different Training” as PDF

BAföG is paid at higher education institutions only for the standard period of study. If this cannot be adhered to, the financial support often ceases, especially during the examination phase. Info sheet “Exceeding the Maximum Support Period” as PDF

Which requirements must be fulfilled to receive BAföG as a foreigner? Info sheet “Nationality” as PDF

BAföG is only paid to the extent that living expenses and tuition fees are not otherwise available. This information sheet tells you how much money you are allowed to earn on top of that. Info sheet “Your Own Income” as PDF

BAföG can only be claimed to the extent that the funds required for living expenses and education cannot be provided by the parents. If the parents do not provide the amount calculated from their income, educational financial support can be provided in advance. This also applies if the parents do not provide the required information. Info sheet “Advance Payment” as PDF

If timely progress in education cannot be proven and there are no exceptional reasons for this, the entitlement to financial support lapses regardless of the financial circumstances. Info sheet “Guideline §48” as PDF.