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Some banks offer loans specifically designed for students. Probably the best known is the KfW student loan. A student loan must be reimbursed plus interest so that it adds up to a significant amount. However, as terms and conditions of suppliers can considerably vary from one another, you are advised to consult an expert and compare different offers first.
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Stiftung Warentest: student loans (2015)
Students in a higher semester can take out an educational loan with the federal government. This type of financial support is a low-interest loan that you can apply for regardless of your income. However, the amount needs to be repaid in full and including interest.
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Students that are granted an educational fund do not bare a fixed debt burden. The repayment depends on their future income. This is why educational funds are mainly granted to students studying a subject with promising career options.