Funding for Young Immigrants to Prepare for and Pursue University Studies "Guarantee Fund - University Sector (RL-GF-H)"

The "Guarantee Fund - University Sector (RL-GF-H)" program is aimed at young immigrants with the right to remain in Germany who wish to start or continue university studies. The funding aims to enable these individuals to access and succeed in the German higher education system by financially supporting necessary study-preparatory measures. The geographical scope of the program extends nationwide across all of Germany.

The Guarantee Fund - University Sector (GF-H) supports a range of study-preparatory measures essential for access to and success in the German higher education system. Support includes language courses as well as special preparatory seminars and courses tailored to the requirements of a university degree. The funding amount depends on the cost of the courses and the individual situation of the applicants.

The Guarantee Fund - University Sector offers financial support in the form of grants. The amount of the grant is adapted to the individual needs and costs of the funded measures, without a fixed upper limit being stated. The maximum funding period is 30 months, enabling long-term support for applicants.

To apply for and receive benefits from the Guarantee Fund - University Sector, specific requirements must be met, particularly regarding the applicant's age and residence status. A central condition is also that no other similar funding for the same purpose can be claimed.

The application procedure for the Guarantee Fund - University Sector (GF-H) is clearly structured and includes a preliminary review by specialized educational advisory centers, which then forward the application to the responsible foundation. Processing takes place in writing to ensure a transparent and comprehensible process.

The "Guarantee Fund - University Sector" funding program is based on specific guidelines from the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth. These guidelines define the framework and prerequisites for funding and were last amended in October 2024 to ensure their current relevance.