Welcome international students!
Check out our events and information sessions for a smooth start in your studies. For individual guidance, please contact the team or pop in during our open office!
Welcome Day Summer Semester 2025
April 2, 2025
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Have refreshments and chat with fellow students, join a campus tour, get information on German courses, career guidance and learning, meet the IO staff and get advice and counseling!
No registration needed - just come by!
International Center, Pfaffenwaldring 60, 70569 Stuttgart
(Online) information sessions for degree-seeking students
Join these events in the weeks before your arrival. All events take place online.
For students in study programs with early admission we offer pre-departure events 4 to 6 months before arrival. You will be informed via your study program.
| Formalities in a nutshell
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Short seminars on the necessary paperwork shortly before and after coming to Germany. You can register for the topics that you are interested in: |
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Living in Stuttgart for Newbies |
Topics of everyday-life in Germany, such as the health care system, housing rules, getting around safely, sorting your garbage, leisure time activities and more. Tuesday, March 25, 3:30 pm CET |
| Studying in Stuttgart for Newbies |
Basics of the German University system such as the semester structure, your rights and responsibilities as a student and support services during studies. Thursday, March 27, 3:30 pm CET Please note: Course registration and creating your timetable will be explained by your study program and will not be covered in this session. |
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Planning your finances
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Wednesday, April 23, 4 p.m. CET Working in Germany and how to avoid financial problems during studies. |
| Perfekter Start ins Studium | German speaking event offered in winter semester only. |
(Online) information sessions for exchange program students
Most of our information sessions take place online and in English. Therefore, you can also take part if you are not yet in Stuttgart. Participation in the online sessions is mandatory for all exchange program students and a fundamental part of the exchange.
Date: in March/April and September/October
In this information session we will give you an overview of what to expect during your exchange semester at the University of Stuttgart, what registration and application requirements apply, what documents you will need, and what the deadlines are.
You will have plenty of time to ask any questions you have about your exchange and experience. The session will facilitate your planning for the exchange semester, your possible visa, and your flight ticket.
Participation is mandatory for all program and exchange students!
Further information and any program-specific details will be communicated in due time by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: approx. in May/November
In this information session, we will give you an overview of how the registration portal for exchange semesters "Mobility-Online" and the application/admission portal "C@MPUS" work and what date you will need to enter and upload.
Participation is mandatory for all program and exchange students!
Further information and any program-specific details will be communicated in due time by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: approx. in July/January
Your exchange at the University of Stuttgart in Germany is coming closer, and you may have many questions. In this information session, we will give you the details for preparing for your arrival, summarize the most important formalities that you have to prepare, and provide you with an overview of the orientation days on campus.
Participation is mandatory for all program and exchange students!
Further information and any program-specific details will be communicated in due time by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: approx. in February/July
Get to know other exchange program students from the same country, city, or even university! This online event will help you get to know other exchange students even before your semester in Stuttgart starts.
Participation is mandatory for all program and exchange students!
Further information and any program-specific details will be communicated in due time by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: always during the first week of March and September
For exchange program students, the orientation program takes place online and sometimes in a hybrid mode, during the first week of March/September.
Join us in person in the foyer at the IZ to:
- register for leisure events
- get information on support services and events for international students
- check out our sharing platform for used household items in very good condition – free of charge!
- enjoy free soft drinks and snacks
- connect with fellow international students
- meet your advisor in person
Besides guided campus and city tours, excursions, and information about the intensive German course, the info sessions described below are part of the orientation days for exchange students.
You do not need to register. Just come by!
You will receive an e-mail with a detailed schedule for the orientation week, no matter when exactly you are planning to arrive.
Date: in March and September
In this session, we will inform you about the University of Stuttgart, its (student) groups, your student e-mail address, the sports program, and much more.
Participation is mandatory for all program and exchange students!
Further information and any program-specific details will be communicated in due time by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: in March and September
The first part of this session focuses on what you need to know about living in Stuttgart: how to behave in an emergency, the health system and medical care, the organization of living in a shared flat (e.g. dealing with the broadcasting fee), important rules and laws in Germany, safety and public transport in Stuttgart. You will also learn how you can spend your free time on and off campus.
The second part is about studying specifically at the University of Stuttgart. You will get insights into the following topics: the academic schedule of your exchange semester, important dates and deadlines, and holidays/vacations. We will also explain important processes such as course selection, registration, exam registration, and the grading and ECTS system in Germany.
If required, we will also offer this event in April/October.
Participation is mandatory for program and exchange students!
You will receive an e-mail with a detailed schedule for your first week including the links to join the information sessions, no matter when exactly you are planning to arrive.
Any program-specific details will be communicated by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: in March and September
We will guide you step by step through all the formalities, taking your individual situation into account. You will learn about accommodation, health insurance, residence registration, opening a bank account, residence permit, and registration at the university. There will be time for any questions you might have.
If required, we will also offer this event in April/October.
Participation is mandatory for program and exchange students!
You will receive an e-mail with a detailed schedule for your first week including the links to join the information sessions, no matter when exactly you are planning to arrive.
Any program-specific details will be communicated by e-mail from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Date: in April/October
This event takes place in person and provides you with an opportunity to meet other international exchange students at the University of Stuttgart. We also invite local students who are about to leave for their exchange semester abroad to your home country or even your home university. Come and enjoy an afternoon in a relaxed atmosphere!
Further information and any program-specific details will be communicated in due time by email from your respective advisor at the International Office.
Help – I missed an event!
Don't worry, we have got you covered! You can request a copy of the presentation by writing an e-mail to us.
International Office
- Further information
- +49 711 685 68566
- Write e-mail
- Open office hours at the IZ: Monday & Wednesday 2-4 p.m., also on Tuesday & Thursday 10-12 a.m. during March-April & September-October