Prior to Your Arrival

To make sure you get off to a good start, there are a number of things to do before you arrive in Mannheim. We are offering some supportive measures, even before your arrival. We are happy to assist you in any matters regarding the following topics:

To all newly admitted students: welcome! Please read all the information in our student portal Portal²! There, you will find most up-to-date guidance on your first semester, especially in the section 'Orientation events and Things to Do'! You can log in to Portal² with the same credentials you are using for the Application Portal! Find the Portal² here!

Drei Studierende sitzen gemeinsam an einem Tisch und blicken in ein Heft.

Credit: Anna Logue

Financing your studies

We provide you with information about costs of living and various financing options, so you can start planning your finances.

Zwei Studentinnen und zwei Studenten stehen in einem hellen Flur der Universität Mannheim und unterhalten sich.

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Entry and insurance

In order to study in Mannheim, you have to fulfill the residence requirements. One of them is appropriate health insurance.

Eine Fassade aus gelbem Stein aus der Froschperspektive. Der Himmel ist blau und hat ein paar weiße Wolken.

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Housing in Mannheim

Try to find accommodation as early on as possible.

Eine Studentin und ein Student sitzen in einer grünen Nische. Sie blicken gemeinsam in ein Papierheft, das auf dem Tisch liegt.

Credit: Anna Logue

Coaching program

We can bring you into contact with students at the University of Mannheim even before you arrive.

Zwei Studenten sitzen an einem Tisch in einem Seminarraum. Vor ihnen liegen Papier und Stifte.

Credit: Anna Logue

Language courses

As an international degree-seeking student, you can participate in German language courses. If you are interested in learning a different language, you can do that as well.

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Tuition fees

Since the fall semester 2017/2018, international students have to pay tuition fees at all higher education institutions in Baden-Württemberg.

Contact:

Team International Degree-Seeking Students

University of Mannheim
Division II – Student Affairs
International Office
L 1, 1 – Room 108/109
68161 Mannheim

E-mail: degreeseekingsuni-mannheim.de

Consultation hour(s):
Book an appointment for an individual consultation:
https://www.uni-mannheim.de/en/about/centers-institutions-affiliates-and-partners/international-office/consultation-hours-international-degree-seeking-students/

Opening hours:
Visit our offices without an appointment on Tuesdays from 9–11 a.m. (open office hours).