The Rochus and Beatrice Mummert Foundation is offering Scholarships for talented students from Middle and South Eastern Europe to pursue a master’s degree in Germany at RWTH Aachen University, the University of Cologne, or the German Sport University Cologne. The program supports studies in engineering, natural sciences, economics, and tourism, including financial assistance, leadership training, internships, and mentoring.

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must come from specific Middle and South Eastern European countries and hold a completed bachelor’s degree in engineering, natural sciences, economics, or tourism studies. They should demonstrate excellent academic performance, strong German language skills, leadership potential, and community engagement.

RWTH Aachen University is one of Europe’s leading technical universities and a hub for innovation and research located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Known for its strong emphasis on engineering, natural sciences, medicine, economics, and computer science, RWTH fosters close collaboration with industry, making it a prime destination for applied research and career opportunities.

Application Deadline: Applications are accepted between 1 September and 1 November for scholarships beginning in the following winter semester.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Rochus and Beatrice Mummert Foundation (in cooperation with RWTH Aachen University, the University of Cologne, and the German Sport University Cologne)

• Department: Applicable faculties of Engineering, Natural Sciences, Economics, and Tourism Studies

• Course Level: Master’s Degree (four-semester programs)

• Award: Monthly stipend (850–900 EUR), tuition, allowances, internship, leadership training, and mentoring

• Access Mode: Online application

• Number of Awards: NA

• Nationality: Citizens of select Middle and South Eastern European countries

• The award can be taken in: Germany

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Bulgaria, Estonia, Croatia, Lithuania, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Hungary

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: Scholarships are awarded for master’s programs in Engineering, Business Administration & Engineering, Natural Sciences, Economics, and Tourism Studies at eligible German universities.

• Admissible Criteria: Applicants must:

  • Hold a completed bachelor’s degree in one of the listed fields before the scholarship begins.

  • Demonstrate excellent academic performance, especially in mathematics.

  • Possess very good German language skills.

  • Show leadership potential, enthusiasm, strong personality, and community engagement.

  • Plan to return to their home country after completing their studies.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply online via the Rochus and Beatrice Mummert Foundation website.

Your Contact at the Mummert Foundation

Ms. Edith Wolf
Programme Manager
Tel: +49 (0) 711/460 84-976
Fax: +49 (0) 711/460 84-10976
Email: [email protected]

Benefits

• Monthly scholarship: €850–900

• Tuition fees and research allowance (€500 + €228 per semester)

• Travel allowance (€150–200)

• Laptop/PC allowance (€700)

• Accident and health insurance

• Premium for an outstanding master’s degree (€500)

• Additional Benefits:

  • Leadership training and personality development seminars

  • Internship placement at a German company (4–5 months)

  • Study trips to Berlin and Brussels, company visits, and cultural events

  • Mentoring from industry leaders, academia, and alumni

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