... for Undergraduates
If you are tired of working in odd jobs that steal away your study-time you might want to consider applying for a scholarship. It is definitely worth a try - though good marks and commitment to some form of social cause are usually a 'must'. For the big "Begabtenförderungswerke" (Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung et al.), please see this website sponsored by the Ministry of Education and Research.
... for Graduates
FAZIT-Stiftung
Heinrich Hertz-Stiftung (research projects that involve traveling only)
A useful summary of 'Promotionsförderung' opportunities is provided by the Shaker Verlag's current newsletter.
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