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Federal study start-up aid (Studienstarthilfe des Bundes)
To help them get started with their studies, students can apply for a "Studienstarthilfe"-grant of € 1,000 from the federal government to finance what ist necessary to begin their studies. This can be, for example, a laptop, books or a deposit for accommodation. Students in particular financial need up to the age of 25 who are enrolling for full-time studies for the first time and have received specified social benefitsExternal link in the month before the start of their university studies are eligible for funding are eligible to apply.
"Studienstarthilfe" can only be applied for online at www.bafoeg-digital.deExternal link. The service team of the Studierendenwerk Thüringen will be happy to answer any questions you may have about study start-up support on 03641-5546390.