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The Polytechnique Community
The Polytechnique community is embodied first and foremost in its students, alumni, graduates and their families. It is, of course, born at the École polytechnique, but it exists and develops just as much thanks to and through its alumni and the Fondation de l'École polytechnique.
Consult the X Graduates database: here
The École polytechnique, the Association des anciens élèves et diplômés de l'X (AX) and the Fondation de l'X (FX) share the same values of excellence, commitment, integrity and openness for all polytechnicians.
With its 230-year history, the École polytechnique has built up its own unique traditions and heritage over the years and over generations of polytechnicians.
Founded in 1794, the École Polytechnique has, over the course of more than 230 years, developed a strong and unique identity, as reflected in its heritage, traditions and the slang used by its students.
The School's museum, Mus'X, presents its highly diversified collections, including scientific instruments, busts, uniforms, flags... which retrace the history of the École since its creation in 1794.
To find out more about the history of École polytechnique: here
To find out more about Polytechnique slang: Download the Polytechnique lexicon (in French only)
With your admission to École polytechnique, you are joining the polytechnic community.
We're used to calling each other comrade (no, that's not reserved for certain parties) and being on first-name terms.
This closeness, this direct relationship between students and alumni, is one of the School's strengths and one of the riches we all benefit from.
You'll see that the School creates bonds and strong memories that last a lifetime. AX contributes to making the Polytechnic community a strong and vibrant reality.
What is AX?
AX is the Association of former students and graduates of the École polytechnique.
For over 150 years, it has been helping École Polytechnique students and alumni in difficult situations, and developing bonds of solidarity and friendship within the Polytechnique community.
Its actions are divided into four areas: friendship, solidarity, community and networking.
AX relies on the commitment of hundreds of volunteers, who run 135 professional, regional and cultural groups in France and abroad, organize almost 300 events a year, and run a mentoring program that pairs up over 200 people every year.
AX's main missions
Create and maintain bonds of friendship between X students and alumni.
Help fellow students in difficulty and their families.
Animate and unite the Polytechnic community.
Support its members throughout their careers and facilitate the development of their network.
AX supports you during and after your training at the School
During your training, you'll have the opportunity to take part in various events organized by AX. These include professional breakfasts, mentoring programs, afterworks and many other friendly get-togethers.
When you're not on campus, AX will help you stay in touch with the Polytechnic community. X groups and AX's international ambassadors will welcome you in France and abroad.
Why should you join AX?
The alumni network is an important part of the value of École polytechnique diploma. By becoming an AX member, you benefit from this extensive network, personalized professional and supportive support, and access to a wide range of services.
And, of course, as an AX member, you're contributing to the School's reputation and to the solidarity of your fellow students!
Follow us on social networks to keep up to date with all our activities:
Contact us on :
ax.polytechnique.org
Since its launch in 1987, the École Polytechnique’s foundation (FX) has supported the development of the School and its transformations.
Recognized as a charitable organization, it raises funds from individuals and companies to finance strategic projects for the School in education, research, entrepreneurship and diversity.
Its mission is also to support X students throughout their studies by financing scholarships and subsidized loans.
Here are just a few examples of projects supported by the Foundation:
The Gaspard Monge program, which brings renowned international professors to École polytechnique.
Research projects on the energy transition, health, quantum physics, lasers, high-performance computing, etc.
Equal opportunity initiatives
The internationalization of the School through scholarships and subsidized loans
If you would like to meet the Foundation team, or simply find out more about our actions, please contact us: campagne@polytechnique.fr. You can also follow us on social networks and find our latest news at www.fondationx.org.