Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
eXebs Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD
eXebs-Greenhill Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD –where unique talent meets unique banking
1. How can I apply for the eXebs scholarships?
Applications should be submitted online:
www.ebs.de/fjs-application.htm
Please note that email applications will not be accepted. You may apply before you are officially nominated for exchange by your International Office.
2. What kind of financial promotion is given by the EBS Alumni?
Both scholarships cover a monthly stipend of 250€/month and a welcome allowance up to 250€.
3. When is the deadline for submitting an application?
To ensure your application for the 2010 fall semester please apply as soon as possible and no later than 2010 May 15.
4. Is this scholarship aimed at undergraduate or graduate students?
EBS Alumni scholarships are for both undergraduate and graduate students (including MBAs) from developing and transition countries.
5. Is it for degree-seeking students or for those on exchange (1 or 2 semesters)?
Exchange students from developing countries can apply for the scholarships. Please note that a successful scholarship application does not mean you are accepted by EBS. All applications have to be confirmed by International Programs. eXebs international scholarships provide you with 250 Euro per month in case of eXebs Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD and 250 Euro in case of eXebs-Greenhill Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD - where unique talent meets unique banking, but do not carry a tuition waiver, i.e. you will still have to pay tuition to EBS. We are however well aware of the financial difficulties that are born by international study. Please email us with well-substantiated requests for a full or partial tuition waiver and we will forward your request to EBS.
6. What are the admissions criteria?
Admission is based on a decision by the EBS Alumni International Scholarships Committee which convenes regularly. We particularly look for management skill, visionary thinking, social conscience and financial need in each application.
7. Are the scholarships only valid for EBS exchange students?
The eXebs international scholarships are funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Greenhill & Co., Frankfurt and former students of the European Business School (EBS) to facilitate integration and making life easier for those requiring financial aid from developing countries. Therefore everybody is invited to apply who intend to come to EBS.
8. What is the difference between the eXebs Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD and the eXebs-Greenhill Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD?
Both cover the same stipend, however eXebs-Greenhill Friedrich J. Schoening International Scholarship supported by DAAD is for those outstanding students who are mainly interested in the field of Finance. For these scholars a paid internship is offered by the Greenhill Office. Your online application implies that you are applying for both scholarships and the eXebs International Scholarship Committee will take care of the allocation process.
9. Is it possible to receive both scholarships?
Your application implies that you have applied for both scholarships, but only one scholarship is awarded per student.
10. My university selects the exchange students relatively late in the semester. Is it possible to send the applications after our later selection date?
There is no fixed deadline for applications since timetables vary greatly between schools and countries. Materials being sent after your selection for exchange will be taken into account. However you can submit your application before your official nomination as well.
11. When will I be informed whether or not I have received the scholarship?
We will contact you shortly after the interview. We operate on a rolling admissions basis, and therefore can't predict precise interview timing.
12. When will the interviews be held?
Interviews will usually be held within two months after submission. We operate on a rolling admissions basis, and therefore can't predict precise interview timing. We advise you to apply early.
13. I have submitted my application for EBS Scholarship online but I am not sure, that it has reached.
After submitting your application, you will receive an e-mail which ensures that your application was successful. In other case, please get in touch with us via e-mail.
14. I have just filled in the online application form, but I would like to change one part of my application. What can I do?
Please submit the application form again, and let us know that just your second application is valid.
15. I don't have an English or rather authentic version of my academic transcript. Can I send one that I have personally created?
Please send whatever transcripts you have at hand right now. Our multilingual team will sort that out. And we will then let you know if we need anything more proof of your education.
16. My country is not a developing country; however I am in great need of financial aid in order to come on exchange to the EBS. May I still apply for the scholarship?
Scholarships are accessible for incoming students of EBS partner schools in developing countries (Africa, South East Asia, Latin America), central Europe and Singapore (although we would dare to lump together Singapore with developing countries, we made this exception for other reasons based on a decision of our Board).
17. I am from a developing country, but now I'm studying in a developed country. Can I apply for the scholarship?
Yes, we welcome your application.
18. I have applied for other scholarships in Germany as well. Is it possible to hold two scholarships at the same time?
Regardless of other scholarship applications, you may still apply for the eXebs scholarship except if the other scholarship is also funded by DAAD. Please include information on other scholarships received.
19. I spend my holiday in the EBS summer school. Can I apply for the eXebs scholarships?
The international scholarships are only for those, who come to EBS for at least one academic semester.
20. If I am awarded the eXebs scholarship. Can I ask for a formal confirmation letter to meet the financial requirement that the German Embassy expects for my student Visa?
Just let us know your request, indicating a postal address where this letter should be sent at scholarship@ebs-alumni.org. You will receive the letter within a week.