General Information on the Organization of a Stay Abroad
Here you will find important information about your stay abroad. Before, during and after your studies abroad, there are a number of steps you need to take to ensure that you have a successful and safe experience. See these pages as a 'step-by-step' guide to achieving your goal of studying abroad and read the information carefully. However, they are in no way a substitute for individual consultation!
Tips for Planning
Here, you can find important key points regarding the planning of a stay abroad. Which aspects are decisive for a choice? When is the best time period for a stay abroad?
Important Application Deadlines
To be able to apply for an exchange program or a scholarship in time, you can find here a list of the most important application deadlines as well as essential explanations on the application procedure.
Scholarships
Often, a particularly important aspect is the funding of a stay abroad. Here, you can find an overview on scholarships for exchange programs and self-organized stays abroad.
Administrative Steps
Which administrative steps have to be concluded befor going abroad? Advice on study program, prepare application documents like language certificates or letters of recommendation, get diplomas issued etc.
After Selection or Acceptance by the University
I got a place in the exchange program or the host university's acceptance. What do I need to consider regarding visa, leave of absence and health insurance to realize a stay abroad?
After the Stay Abroad
What do I have to do after my stay abroad? Please inform yourself about the modalities and how you can include some 'flair from abroad' in your daily life in Germany.
Recognition of Credits Earned Abroad
An important aspect is the recognition of credits earned abroad. Here, you can find the precise instructions on how to apply for the credit transfer.
Overview on Previously Recognized Courses from Abroad
To have a better overview on the possible recognitions of credits earned abroad, we provide you with a list of previousely recognized courses from abroad as an orientation. Please consider the comments!
Study Reports
An important source of information are also study reports of former outgoings. Here, you can find several study reports of students as well as additional links.