Financing your Studies

There are various financing possibilities available to Hertie students. The first is the internal assistance granted by the Hertie School of Governance itself. The Hertie School is currently able to offer financial assistance to approximately 30% of incoming students, this assistance is both need and merit based. The financial assistance is given in the form of tuition waivers and does not include an additional stipend for living costs.

Another option is external financing: Students can apply to a number of fellowships from foundations in Germany and their home countries. Student loans and student jobs are other ways to finance your studies. We are in the process of applying for "Initial Certification" at the U.S. Department of Education. In the case of approval, the Hertie School of Governance may participate in the U.S. Federal Student Aid programmes. The Student Services team offers assistance in finding the right financial assistance mix in the form of fellowships, loans, and student jobs.

For more information on how, when and where to apply for tuition waivers, student loans or external funds, please check the respective links:

Tuition Waivers 

Student Loans

External Funds

If you have further questions regarding financial assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our Student Services Team at studentservices(at)hertie-school.org. 

Important dates to keep in mind

Internal Financial Assistance Application Deadline   

15 February 2012

(Please note that the Financial Assistance Application is available here.)

Internal Financial Assistance FAQ's.

Notification about Final Financial Assistance Decision    

End of March 2012