The Minerva College at the University of Hildesheim assists students in all the disciplines offered by the University, through scholarships and the personal attention of mentors. The opportunity is open to up to 100 students with above-average skills. The scholarships are granted for two semesters. After that, the award committee decides on further funding. Funding is for a maximum of three years for an undergraduate course and a maximum of 2 years in a consecutive master's program. Financial support is €600 per semester.
Applications are open to students of all disciplines. Scholarships are awarded in the winter semester. Applications must be submitted by 1 July.