Qualification Support (Scholarship) of the Rainer Markgraf Foundation
Individual financial support for professional further training, master courses, and university qualifications (advanced studies, doctoral studies) for young people in financially difficult situations in Upper Palatinate and Upper Franconia.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The foundation supports young people whose financial situation poses an obstacle to professional further education or doctoral studies after graduation, and promotes their professional qualification as well as personal maturity with the aim of strengthening the regional economic location of Upper Palatinate and Upper Franconia.
Eligible expenses
- Monthly costs of the qualification measure
- Expenses for course and tuition fees
- Living expenses during the qualification period
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Outstanding academic or study-related achievements
- Proof of financial hardship (self-disclosure)
- Identification with the Upper Palatinate or Upper Franconia region
- Professional engagement in the region after completion of qualification
Documents required for application
- Personal application letter
- Proof of previous education or studies
- Financial self-disclosure (PDF form)
- Proof of nationality/personal data
Evaluation criteria
- Academic or study-related achievements
- Social competence and personal maturity
- Attitude towards social issues
- Identification with Upper Palatinate or Upper Franconia
Description
The Rainer Markgraf Foundation enables young people in the Upper Palatinate and Upper Franconia, whose financial situation hinders professional development, to receive tailored support for vocational training, master courses, advanced studies, and doctoral programs. With a monthly grant of up to €1,100, course and tuition fees, living expenses, and qualification-related costs are covered for up to twelve months. The individual design is based on the respective funding needs: professional skills and personal maturity are equally strengthened to sustainably enhance the economic attractiveness of the region and support the integration of young professionals into local companies.
Eligible for funding are committed young professionals with outstanding academic or study-related achievements as well as demonstrated financial need. A strong connection to the Upper Palatinate or Upper Franconia and the willingness to actively contribute to the regional environment after completing qualifications are central selection criteria. Furthermore, social competence, personal maturity, and civic awareness are considered in the decision-making process. Interested applicants submit a personal letter of application, proof of achievement, the completed self-disclosure of financial status, and proof of citizenship. Since applications can be submitted at any time, timely submission is recommended to enable evaluation and a prompt funding decision. Guidelines and forms comply with the award criteria and are available as PDF documents.
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