"The Deutschlandstipendium offers me support on my academic path and the opportunity to grow as a person in other areas. The greater financial freedom allows me to develop my potential and give back to others through volunteer work."

Alexandra Falkenberg, small donations scholarship holder

"The RWTH Aachen University Education Fund is a remarkable initiative that offers us students new opportunities for finding our path and living up to our potential. Its monetary support allows me to be independent, and, at the same time, the program of supporting events gives me a chance to grow as a person. I am very grateful for this opportunity!"

Edona Hyseni, Sparkasse Aachen scholarship holder

"On the one hand, receiving the scholarship shows me that my academic achievements are valued, and on the other, it eases some of the burdens, especially financially. It allows me to concentrate on my studies with fewer worries. Furthermore, the education fund offers terrific opportunities to network with potential employers but also other students who excel in their field. This way, we are presented with many unique insights!"

Lena Müller, LANXESS Deutschland GmbH scholarship holder

"For one, the Deutschlandstipendium is an outward recognition of my efforts in my field of study. Also, the funding provides me with financial support and allows me to expand my social network. Contact with my sponsors helped me get an internship, which enabled me to establish my first contacts in the world of work. Additionally, organized events allow for exciting discussions with students from other departments."

Kelly Tran, ALTANA Management Services GmbH scholarship holder

"For me, the scholarship means freedom, valuable contact with others, and recognition. The financial support has given me more freedom to participate in extracurricular activities next to my demanding studies. As a member of the scholarship holders’ spokesperson team, I have plenty of chances to get to know engaging fellow students and to participate in exciting events. Lastly, the scholarship – and the validation of my efforts it conveys – motivates me to tackle other academic challenges."

Christian Untch, Oerlikon Textile GmbH & Co. KG scholarship holder

"The Education Fund’s supporting event program is particularly close to our hearts in the team of spokespersons. In cooperation with RWTH, we organize a wide variety of events to connect the scholarship recipients, even beyond the funding period. Along with the numerous alumni from all disciplines, this creates a network that continues to be relevant beyond studies."

Urte Schröder (Holste Foundations scholarship holder), Linda Seuken (GASCADE Gastransport GmbH scholarship holder), Leo Blöcher (BASF SE scholarship holder), Konstantin Wehmeyer (Amazon Deutschland Services GmbH scholarship holder

“Receiving the Deutschlandstipendium feels like a recognition of my achievements and hard work as a student. This support makes me financially independent to some extent and thus I have the opportunity to engage in extracurricular activities. Thanks to the great accompanying program I can educate myself beyond the classroom and get in touch with companies and fellow students.”

Judith Berens, MAN Diesel & Turbo SE Scholarship Recipient

“The Education Fund scholarship has helped me in many ways. First, I learnt a lot outside of my studies due to the many workshops and lectures. At these events, many committed students from different fields came together, and the exchange of ideas and experience has expanded my horizons. But most importantly, I got in touch with the donors: in the first semesters of study, you don’t have many opportunities to network with companies who are willing to invest time and money in the personal development of students. For this reason, the contact I made with the help of the Education Fund are very important to me, in particular when it comes to arranging internships or entering the job market.”

Felix Berief, Stipendiat Hans Hermann Voss-Stiftung

“Beyond the financial support, the RWTH Education Fund offers a generous framework program which includes interesting educational events, such as seminars and excursions.”

Markus Spiertz, Stipendiat Evonik Stiftung

“The RWTH Education Fund is a great initiative, offering students new perspectives and opportunities. During my Bachelor’s, I had to work part-time, so I did not have the time for extracurricular activities. Through the generous support from the Education Fund, I can participate in student projects and make focus more on the educational opportunities provided by the university. I am also looking forward to participating in the framework program. It’s a great opportunity to make contacts with other scholarship recipients and together learn more about the world of business and industry.”

Christian Mänken, MAN Diesel & Turbo SE Scholarship Recipient

“I see the scholarship from the Education Fund as a confirmation of my choice of career path; it is a recognition of my academic achievements. It makes me more independent and gives me motivation for future tasks. I look forward to all the opportunities provided by the dialogue and exchange with students, companies, and the university. I would like to say ‘thank you’ for having this opportunity.”

Liliane Manny, Ruhrverband Scholarship Recipient

“The support from the Education Fund makes it possible for me to fully concentrate on my studies and my volunteer activities.”

Maora Walenta, Supported by Dr. Ludwig Pierkes