Advice and assistance

• The Office for Application, Admission, and Enrollment is your point of contact when the issue at hand requires insight into your C@MPUS student account, such as explanations and guidance regarding entries in the C@MPUS portal.
• Please note that the International Office does NOT have access to your C@MPUS data.

• Responsible for collecting the fees and handling applications for exceptions
• For more information, please visit: Fees and Charges

• Responsible for exam registration and withdrawal (e.g. due to illness), transcripts of records, and information on general exam regulations
• For more information, please visit: Student Service and Examination Office

• Each study program has its own staff that can help you with course organization, scheduling problems and other study program-related issues. The contact person might be called study program manager, course director or academic advisor. Some study programs also have a separate course office or secretary.
• The study deans and heads of examination boards have an important role in setting up rules, regulations, and deciding about exceptions. We recommend always contacting your study program manager first!
• For more information, please visit: Academic counseling

• Some faculties have their own International Service Points. These provide services similar to the International Office but specifically for the students of that particular faculties. The services and offers vary, so have a look!
• Faculty 5 (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology): International Service Point (ISP)
• Faculty 7 & 4 (GKM: Joint Commission Mechanical Engineering): International Service Point (ISP)

The International Office provides support if you

• need a (new) residence permit and have questions or problems;
• are unsure whether a job offer is compatible with your residence permit;
• have received a letter from a German authority and need clarification;
• need to contact a German authority but do not know which one or how.

Together we will discuss your situation, explore options, and plan your next steps.
We especially encourage you to contact us if you are in any kind of trouble. Our counseling is confidential by law. We will take no action unless you wish to.

Further resources

• Information on residence and work permits in our section "Getting started": Visa regulations, residence registration and residence permit
• Residence permit FAQ by the Foreigners' Registration Office Stuttgart (Ausländerbehörde Stuttgart). Please note that other Foreign Registration Offices might handle things somewhat differently.
• Legal advice by the Student Services Stuttgart (SWS)

The International Office provides support in difficult life situations such as when

• health issues are making it difficult for you to study;
• you are looking for a suitable health-related service;
• you experience a lot of distress and mental load;
• there are conflicts in your dormitory, partnership or family;
• you feel lonely and lack social contacts;
• you wonder who could help you.

Together we will discuss your situation, explore options, and plan your next steps. The counseling is confidential by law!

Further resources

• Information on health insurance in our section "Getting started": Insurance
• Evermood – Portal for staff and student well-being with advice, information and anonymous counseling options
• Studying with a disability or chronic illnesses
• Psychotherapeutic counseling by the Student Services Stuttgart

Are your studies not going quite as planned? Don't keep problems to yourself!

Common problems related to studying include academic issues (e.g. failed exams), the need for additional semesters, the need for a leave of absence and doubts about the study program.
The International Office supports you by

• clarifying any questions related to your residence permit;
• informing you about your rights and responsibilities;
• informing you about support services and contact persons;
• if needed, assisting in communication with other university officials;
• supporting you in any case of non-academic problems affecting your studies.

Together we will discuss your situation, explore options and plan your next steps. The counseling is confidential by law!

Further resources

• Student Counseling Center at the University of Stuttgart
• Learning counseling by the Student Counseling Center
• Academic advisors of the study program (degree-seeking students)

Students may face or perceive different forms of discrimination during the course of their studies. Whether on campus or in the city – it is not always easy to claim your rights. Remember that you are not alone! Reach out to the International Office or one of the following points of contact. We want the University of Stuttgart to be a safe space for everybody!

Contact persons at the University of Stuttgart

• Contact person Sexual Harassment (men)
• Contact person Sexual Harassment (women)
• Gender Equality Officer
• Contact person for Anti-Discrimination
• STUVUS Diversity and Social Affairs
• Ombudsperson

Points of contact in Stuttgart and the region

• Weissenburg Zentrum LSBTIQA+
• Office for Anti-discrimination Work Stuttgart (BfDA)
• FETZ – Women’s Advice and Therapy Center Stuttgart

Also check out the information on the university’s Evermood portal!

Some students bring their partner or children with them to Germany or welcome a child during their studies. This can pose additional questions and challenges.

Feel free to seek support with the contact persons below to navigate topics such as:

• Family visa
• Accommodation
• Finances and social support for families
• Insurances for family
• Daycare and school
• German learning and work opportunities for partner

Further resources and more information

• International Office
• Studying & Family
• Social Counseling SWS
• Welcome Center Stuttgart

If you are facing financial problems, please check our website for more information.