Grant

Scholarship Funding by the Foundation for the Promotion of Education and Studies (SFAS Foundation)

The SFAS Foundation awards scholarships for vocational training and academic studies both domestically and abroad, particularly in the fields of auditing, business law, and tax law; additionally, scholarships are granted for international understanding and cooperation. Applications are accepted at any time.

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Grant criteria

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Application level: Advanced
Region: Germany (nationwide)

Funding objective

The foundation's purpose is to promote education in the fields of trust and tax affairs, the newspaper industry, as well as international understanding and cooperation. Talented young people should be enabled to acquire professional knowledge and establish contacts both domestically and abroad.

Eligible to apply

  • Individuals

Funding requirements

  • Good academic performance
  • Financial need
  • Social commitment

Documents required for application

  1. High school diploma
  2. Final certificate with grade
  3. Interim transcripts in the field of study
  4. Certificates of internships and employment
  5. Reference letters or letters of recommendation
  6. Application letter
  7. Curriculum vitae
  8. Current proof of enrollment
  9. Photograph
  10. Self-disclosure form

Evaluation criteria

  • Professional achievements
  • Financial need
  • Social commitment

Description

The Foundation for the Promotion of Education and Studies (SFAS Foundation) supports talented young people nationwide with scholarships for training and study projects at home and abroad. The focus is primarily on fields related to economic auditing as well as business and tax law. In addition, the program offers opportunities for specialization in the newspaper industry and promotes international understanding and cooperation. Applications for funding can be submitted continuously without fixed deadlines. As grants, the scholarships help to strengthen professional competencies, build international networks, and foster intercultural bridges.

Eligible to apply are privately financed students and trainees with outstanding achievements, demonstrated financial need, and proven social commitment. Selection is based on academic certificates, letters of recommendation, and proof of engagement. Application documents include, among others, the high school diploma and final certificate, interim and internship records, a curriculum vitae, evaluations, a current enrollment certificate, a photograph, and the completed self-disclosure form to determine income and asset status. There is no legal entitlement to funding; therefore, awards depend on the availability of funds. The program is especially aimed at those interested in fiduciary and tax matters, the newspaper industry, as well as initiatives for international understanding, making an important contribution to the professional training and networking of young talents.

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