Scholarships HAUS Summer School Scholarship
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HAUS Summer School Scholarship recipients receive funding for the International Summer School of German Language and Culture at Heidelberg University. This scholarship is made possible by generous donations of HAUS members and, in part, by the Stuhlmuller family in honor of Nicholas J. Stuhlmuller. These donations demonstrate the continued commitment of the Heidelberg alumni community to the University and to providing opportunities for U.S. students. Please consider making a gift to the HAUS Scholarship Fund today.
ABOUT THE HAUS SUMMER SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
HAUS is delighted to support scholarships in the amount of $1,000 for the month-long International Summer School of German Language and Culture at Heidelberg University. This course allows you to improve your language skills at Germany’s oldest university with students from all over the world. There are a variety of course levels from which to choose, and they all fit into an annual theme. This year's theme is “Zeitenwende”: Politics and Society in Transformation and the summer school will take place from July 31 to August 27, 2025.
We are seeking candidates with a strong academic background who can also fulfill the role of ambassador for HAUS upon their return from their study abroad experience. HAUS Scholarship Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- 18 years or older and enrolled at a U.S. university or graduated from an institution of higher education in the U.S
- United States residency
Note: Students currently enrolled at Heidelberg University are not eligible for the HAUS Summer School Scholarship.
The application for the 2025 course is closed.
Expectations for HAUS Summer School Scholarship Recipients
- Successfully complete the summer school.
- Register with Heidelberg Alumni International (HAI) upon arrival and cooperate with HAI while in Heidelberg.
- Provide a short report on your time in the International Summer School of German Language and Culture at Heidelberg University, including some good-quality photos of yourself participating in the online course and cultural activities.
- Serve as an ambassador for HAUS and Heidelberg University after completing studies in Heidelberg.
Testimonials
The stellar education we received allowed me to test into higher-level German courses at my home university, as well as helping me gain confidence in my German language abilities. The teachers prepared us well for the final exam and gave us invaluable insight into local history and traditions. After the course, it was difficult for many of my colleagues and me to say goodbye to Heidelberg. I am forever grateful for this experience, and I will miss the adventures I had and the people I met while studying there.
Andie Fitzgerald, HAUS Summer School Scholarships Recipient 2024
I have HAUS to thank for giving me the opportunity to have this once in a lifetime experience, but even more importantly for imbuing me with the confidence to continue pursuing excellence in my German language studies back at my home university!
Anastasia Hockaday, HAUS Summer School Scholarships Recipient 2024