Those who find themselves in a financially difficult situation during their studies should also know the bridging loans from the Darlehenskassen of the student service organisations.

56 of the 58 student service organisations (Studentenwerke/Studierendenwerk) in Germany help students in financial distress through no fault of their own with bridging loans from the Darlehenskasse. The amount of the loan depends on individual needs. However, there is no legal claim to a loan. Guarantees are usually required.