Mannheim is a lively, cosmopolitan and international city; half of the people here have a history of migration. Cultural diversity is also embraced and celebrated on campus: Every fifth student comes from abroad to complete a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program at the University of Mannheim. People from all over the world study, work, do research and teach here. We want to ensure that people feel welcome at the university, irrespective of their ethnic background, nationality or culture.
Information and services
... for international researchers
- Registration of international scholars at the Welcome Center
- Guesthouse and International Meeting Center (IBZ)
(apartments for international researchers) - Relocating to Mannheim
(information on paper work before and during your stay) - Welcome Center for international researchers
(services for international researchers)
... for international students
- Exchange students
(general website for exchange students) - International Stammtisch
- International degree-seeking students
- myUniMA Story
(personal stories of (international) students) - Consultation hour of the Team International Degree-Seeking Students
- Coming to Mannheim from abroad
- Exchange students
... for refugees
“I spent a great time in Mannheim full of unique experiences and extraordinary memories – not only of the university or the city. People are special here, they give you a feeling of togetherness.”
“The University of Mannheim is very international and supports international students very well.”
“We want to offer queer students at the University of Mannheim a safe space – a meeting place where we can be among ourselves and free from discrimination.”
“Taking it all in and experiencing German culture is worthwhile so that you can make a lot of memories. If you have any problems at the university or in your degree program, you can always contact the university or the International Office.”
- AEGEE Mannheim e.V. – European Students' Forum
(an organization promoting democracy, tolerance, and a united Europe; supporting cultural exchange between young people, and organizing Summer Universities, projects, and working groups) - Bai Ganyo e.V.
(an organization for Bulgarian culture with its own dance, sports and art groups as well as a mentoring program for international first-year students) - ESN VISUM Mannheim e.V. Verein internationaler Studierendenpatenschaften
(student organization for international students with a buddy program and regular events promoting cultural exchange) - Nice to meet you Mannheim – Hochschulgruppe
(community engagement, tutoring projects and joint activities with and for refugees)
