International Student Support Initiatives

We're here to help!

Studying in a foreign city and a foreign country is not easy by any measure. The good news: You are not alone--we are here to help and support international students at Ulm University! On this page, you will find a number of helpful resources including information about events and programs you can take part in. If you are just starting your studies, please consider joining our Welcome Events to meet other international students and start your studies off on the right foot! Looking for some tips on living and studying in Germany? A great place to start is our Welcome to Ulm website!

What's going on?

Welcome Events Get your studies off to a good start!

Buddy Program Be matched with an experienced Uni Ulm student!

ASSIST Get to know the region with German senior consultants!

FIT4U Participate in workshops and courses designed to prepare you for employment!

Event Calendar

Upcoming Events

FIT4U-- Workshop: Thriving in Germany - Understanding Academia, Workplace Norms, and Professional Etiquette

Time: Saturday , 10-17:00 Uhr
Location: Universität Ulm,

11. February

BUDDY -- Bread in Art, Culture, and Every Day Life

Time: Wednesday , 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Museum Brot&Kunst, Salzstadelgasse 10,

Past Events

WiSe2025/26: BUDDY -- Pumpkin Carving

Just in time for Halloween, we took a trip to Albgärtle in Lonsee. There, we had a lovely afternoon with pumpkin soup and pumpkin carving. Our students had a great time:

"It was my first time carving a pumpkin and tasting pumpkin soup, and I had an amazing time. I'd like to give special thanks to the wonderful couple at Albgärtle who greeted us so warmly and made the delicious pumpkin soup for us. It was great to spend the evening with other students, and I really appreciate the effort the entire Buddy Team put into giving us international students a taste of Halloween culture and cuisine."

WiSe2025/26: BUDDY -- Kick-Off Event

In the first week of the semester, we had the opportunity to welcome many new faces to the Buddy Programme. With snacks, drinks and games, we all had the chance to get to know each other better.

WiSe2025/26: Welcome Days for international students

In October, we had the pleasure to welcome many new international students at Uni Ulm. Our Welcome Days included an informational talk, an info fair, library tours and a campus rally. The events were a huge success and we are very happy that so many students attended!

SoSe2025: BUDDY -- Tour of the Botanical Gardens

In July, we were treated to a guided tour of the outdoor grounds of the Botanical Garden at Ulm University. The weather was fantastic and the tour was very interesting. We learned many fascinating facts about poisonous plants and even got to eat daylilies – they were surprisingly delicious.

SoSe2025: BUDDY -- Erdbeeren pflücken

In June, we went strawberry picking at the Obsthof Zott. The event was held in cooperation with the International Unit of the Stuve and it was agreat success. Thank you to everyone who attended!

SoSe2025: BUDDY + FIT4U -- Summer Get Together

In June, the Buddy programme and the FIT4U programme collaborated in organising the summer get together. Here, students of the international master's programmes had the opportunity to connect and network with one another, with their study advisors and also with professors. The event was a huge success and we want to thank everybody who showed interest and came to chat and connect!

SoSe2025: BUDDY -- Tour of the Botanical Gardens

In June, we received a wonderful tour through the greenhouses of the Botanical Gardens at Ulm University. We learned about different tropical plants, for example vanilla or pepper. Thank you for this informative event!

SoSe2025: BUDDY -- Philharmonic Concert

In May we attended a philharmonic concert organised by the Theatre Ulm. There, we could listen to Gustav Mahler's 7th symphony and thanks to the UniFlat cooperation between the theatre and the university, the concert was free for all students!

SoSe2025: BUDDY -- Picnic

In May, we took advantage of the lovely spring weather and went for a picnic. It was a really nice afternoon!

SoSe2025: BUDDY -- Kick-Off Event

In May, we started the new semester with the Buddy Programme Kick-Off event. We are happy that so many students participated and are excited to experience the further events with you all.

SoSe2025: Welcome Day for International Students

In March we were happy to welcome new international students at Ulm University. Through games and informative talks, the students got to know the university, each other and life in Ulm better. We wish everyone a good start to the semester!