How do I plan and prepare for my stay abroad?
In order to meet application deadlines, we advise you to obtain all important information about 1.5 years before the intended stay abroad.
In the information session, you will get an initial overview of the programs that are available to you, the requirements, and more.
Questions you should ask yourself for orientation
Which country do I want to go to?
- Do I have sufficient knowledge of the national language and the language of instruction?
Which university would I like to attend?
- Is the university a partner university of the University of Stuttgart?
- Do the courses offered fit into my study program?
What funding opportunities are available to me?
- What opportunities does the University of Stuttgart offer?
- What do public and private foundations offer?
Important information you should find out more about
- Admission requirements of the host institution
- Application deadlines
- Application documents
- Financing opportunities
- Cost of living
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Immigration and residence regulations
- Administrative requirements such as visa, translations, certifications, leave of absence, taking out additional health insurance
Further information on how to apply on your own initiative can be found on the website of the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service).
Travel preparations you should make
Once you have successfully applied for an exchange program and have been placed at a host institution, there are still a few things that need to be done before you leave.
We have put together a schedule to help you prepare.
Irrespective of the host country and the duration of their stay, students with German citizenship should register on the crisis prevention list of the Auswärtige Amt (Foreign Office) at least 10 days before leaving Germany.
Students without German citizenship should check the website of the embassy / consulate general responsible for them to find out what registration options are available.
Contact
International Office
- Further information
- +49 711 685 68567
- Write e-mail
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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;
Online office hours of the Study Abroad Counseling team: Monday 10-12 a.m