Support programs for international students

Have a successful start at the University of Stuttgart! 

The International Office offers two support programs to international students who are about to start their studies at the University of Stuttgart.

Register for the Buddy or Mentoring Program

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The International Office at the University of Stuttgart offers two peer support programs: the Buddy Program and the Intercultural Mentoring Program. Both programs are very popular, so the number of applications may exceed the number of spots available. We kindly ask for your understanding that there is no guarantee that every student can join.

The programs are not mandatory.

 

Buddy

Mentoring

Program for...

Exchange and degree-seeking students

Degree-seeking students only

Start of the program

Some days before your arrival

Beginning of the lecture period (April / October)

Pick-up service

Yes

No

Personal guidance on formalities after arrival

Yes, exchange students only

General organizational help throughout the semester

Events throughout the semester

Yes

Yes

Peer support throughout the semester

No

Yes

Type of support

One-on-one

One-on-one

Registration necessary

Yes (details below)

Yes (details below)

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