We are very excited to announce the results from the Fintiba 2023 Scholarship application process. This year we received almost 300 video essays on the topic: “How important is integration in Germany for you and your studies’ success, and how will you address it?”
The substantial number of submissions made the evaluation process both really challenging but also very moving. We had the privilege to see a lot of you and hear your inspirational integration stories and valuable tips on how fellow internationals can thrive in Germany.
Heartfelt congratulations to everyone who submitted an application this year! We are impressed by your dedication, courage and commitment to pursuing your dreams in Germany and thank you for trusting Fintiba to support you on your way here.
Since 2019, the Fintiba Scholarship supports international students who turn their dream of coming to Germany into reality. We have grown our scholarship programme each year since, trying to offer more and higher rewards, as we know all too well that there are many obstacles along the way of international students to Germany. Thus, the annual Fintiba Scholarship is our way to make your journey to Germany easier.
Without further ado, we would like to introduce the five 2023 scholarship recipients. In the videos below, they discuss their perspectives on integration in Germany, either detailing their personal experiences or outlining their future plans for integration upon arrival in the country. We hope that watching them will also inspire you to follow in their footsteps.
Meet Anastasiia from Russia
Anastasiia was awarded with our highest Fintiba scholarship for 2023 worth €3,000. She decided to come to Germany to pursue a masters degree in “Automation and IT” at TH Köln. She believes that the key to integration is learning the language, as well as joining as many student clubs and social activities as possible.
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Meet Wassef from Syria
Wassef was awarded with our second highest Fintiba scholarship for 2023 worth €1,500. He decided to come to Germany to pursue a masters degree in “Molecular and Cellular Biology”. For him integration is not just about adaption, it is about forming a symbiotic relationship with Germany. He is also keen on improving his German language skills, attending traditional festivals and taking part in local traditions. Last but not least, he plans to participate in volunteering activities and contribute to his new community.
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Meet Daria from Russia
Daria was awarded with our second highest Fintiba scholarship for 2023 worth €1,500. She decided to come to Germany to pursue a degree in “Global Communication: Politics and Society” at the University of Erfurt. She created her own 5 rules for a successful integration into a new culture: 1. Learn the language; 2. Be open to the new culture; 3. Do not assume but rather communicate; 4. Explore your surroundings, as well as further and find like-minded people; and 5. Trust the process and take your time.
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Meet Tejal from India
Tejal was awarded with our additional Fintiba scholarship for 2023 worth €1,000. She decided to come to Germany to pursue a masters degree in “Biosciences – Cell and Infection Biology” at the University of Würzburg. She believes that her curiosity for new cultures will help her adapt in Germany and immerse herself into the surroundings by joining university clubs, cultural societies and meeting new people.
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Meet Svetlana from Russia
Svetlana was awarded with our additional Fintiba scholarship award of 1 year free health insurance. She decided to come to Germany to pursue a masters degree in “Neurocognitive Psychology” in Munich. Thorough her previous study experiences she had already learnt 4 lessons on how to establish a new home in a new place: keeping her mind flexible, socially active, open to learning new knowledge and finally building a new routine.
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