Advanced Research Opportunities Program (AROP) at RWTH Aachen University 2026

Advanced Research Opportunities Program (AROP) at RWTH Aachen University 2026

The Advanced Research Opportunities Program (AROP) at RWTH Aachen University 2026 supports doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers from any discipline. This scholarship provides partial funding including a monthly stipend, travel grants, and German language training for selected candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants may come from any nationality.
• Applicants must be doctoral candidates or postdocs from relevant international universities or research institutions.
• Applicants must obtain an invitation letter from RWTH.
• Applicants must display the intent to strengthen bilateral relations with their home institutions.

Application Process

All eligible candidates must submit the online application along with the following documents:

• Most recent CV,
• Statement of purpose regarding the research project, duration of the stay, expected outcome, and future perspective of the collaboration,
• An invitation letter issued by an RWTH professor,
• Research schedule,
• List of recent publications.

The online application form is available here.

Value of the Award

The successful candidates can avail of the following benefits:

• Monthly stipend of EUR 1,800 for a period of up to six months,
• A travel grant based on the country of origin:
  • Europe: EUR 500
  • High-income countries outside of Europe: EUR 1,000
  • Low and middle-income countries outside of Europe: EUR 1,500
• German language classes and intercultural training.

Deadline: The deadline for this scholarship has expired.