RWTH Graduate Support 2025

RWTH Aachen University provides individual support to its junior researchers during their doctoral studies (graduate funding) in accordance with these guidelines and within the framework of the funds provided for this purpose.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirments
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineSeptember 15, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorRWTH Aachen University
• City to studyNorth Rhine-Westphalia
• School to studyRWTH Aachen University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Scholarship recipients receive 1,500 euros per month (basic stipend). Income from other activities (up to ten hours per week) does not affect the scholarship amount.

• If the scholarship recipient has a child (or children) to care for, they will receive an additional monthly allowance of 400 euros.

Requirements

• Eligible to apply for funding are students with an above average degree which qualifies for doctoral studies.
• The applicant's research endeavor is expected to make an important and original contribution in the respective field of study.
• The doctorate must be pursued at RWTH Aachen University.

Interview Dates and Process

• The application process is conducted by the Division for Academic Affairs, Examination and University Law.
• A selection committee decides on the scholarship recipients. It consists of two representatives from the group of university professors, one postdoctoral member of staff, and one individual from the student body with a first university degree.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

Please submit your application electronically in one well-organized PDF file. Please note that you also need to submit certified copies of all certificates and documents by mail or present the originals for review before the application deadline (March 15/September 15).

Please contact Jessica Hannemann by telephone or email to make an enquiry.

For more information, kindly visit RWTH Aachen University scholarship webpage.