For students aiming to study in Germany, Max Weber-Programm (Bayerisches Elitefrderungsgesetz – BayEFG) is a partially funded scholarship from State of Bavaria (Freistaat Bayern) and Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes. The award covers Scholars receive a flat-rate educational allowance of 1,290 EUR per semester. The program emphasizes non-material support including academic mentoring, exclusive summer schools, specialized language courses, and funding for individual research projects or study abroad phases. and is open to undergraduate, graduate, and state examination students studying all fields of study. The scholarship runs for duration of the standard period of study (regelstudienzeit) and may be renewed annually based on academic performance. Eligibility is generally based on open to German and international students enrolled at a Bavarian higher education institution. Candidates are typically nominated by their schools (Abitur) or universities, though self-application is possible with specific proof of excellence. The application deadline is Varies (Twice a year: usually February and August/September), with an acceptance rate of approximately Check official website (Estimated below 10% of applicants). Applicants are encouraged to review the official eligibility criteria carefully before starting their application.