Scholarships and Funding Programs
RWTH Aachen University offers a range of scholarships supporting outstanding international and EU students in engineering, science, and related fields to promote academic and research excellence.
Funder: RWTH Aachen University
Due Dates: April 1, 2026 (Country Scholarship - Summer Schools) | July 15, 2026 (European Excellence Fellowship & Master’s scholarships for EU) | October 30, 2026 (German Language Merit Scholarship autumn window) | December 30, 2026 (Outstanding Academic Performance Award - MPA) | February 15, 2027 (Social Responsibility Award) | March 1, 2027 (Master’s scholarships for Non-EU) | June 30, 2027 (Outstanding Academic Performance Award - M.Sc.)
Funding Amounts: Awards range from partial tuition reductions (25–50%) to full tuition scholarships; varies by program and applicant background.
Summary: Multiple scholarships and funding programs for international and EU students, master’s applicants, and enrolled students at RWTH Aachen University and RWTH International Academy.
Key Information: Application requirements, deadlines, and eligibility vary by scholarship; early application is strongly recommended.
Description
RWTH Aachen University and its International Academy offer a broad portfolio of scholarships and funding programs for students, early-career researchers, and master’s applicants. These opportunities include merit-based, need-based, and region-specific awards, as well as scholarships for outstanding academic, social, or language achievements. The programs target a diverse international audience, supporting both incoming and outgoing students, and cover a range of disciplines including engineering, natural sciences, humanities, and medicine.
