Aims of the Support

The main objective of the Studienförderfonds Siegen is to support suitable students and prospective students, in order to enable them to study at the University of Siegen, regardless of their financial situation. Another focus is the close networking of scholarship holders and sponsors.

Funding is aimed at two groups of applicants:
On the one hand, the group of high performers who have to demonstrate above-average academic achievements or the general university entrance qualification.

On the other hand, the group of socially weak applicants, who are dependent on monetary support. Here, apart from the qualifications of the students, the personal financial situation is taken into account.

Through the special funding concept ""Three pillars of promotion!" the educational potential should be exploited and, last but not least, the university location Siegen and the entire region strengthened. In addition, it offers companies and individuals not only an opportunity to support, but also involves them in the design aspect. In addition, contacts to the university intensify and scholarship holders can be gained as employees, trainees or graduate students.

Three Pillars of Support

Funding by the Studienförderfonds Siegen is based on three complementary pillars

Scholarships
On the one hand, there is support in the awarding of scholarships, which are initially paid out for two semesters, depending on the type of funding.
Study Support Activities
This financial support is followed (if desired) by an activity as a student employee within or outside the university.
Ideational Support and Networking
The third pillar comprises networking with the domestic economy and the competence center of the University of Siegen. Examples include internships, company tours or special presentations