The placement test is used to identify the language level in German of all new international exchange students for future language courses.The test will take place online. Further information (link [...]
International degree students
Contact
Admission of international students (Admissions office)
Advisor for international students (International Office)
Office hours
International degree students
Do you want to study with us at the University of Oldenburg? Join our student community with over 1500 international students from more than 120 countries and all continents.

People who have fled from war or conflict can find advice and special services here.
1. What can I study at the University of Oldenburg?
2. What language requirements do I need to fulfil?
3. How can I apply at the University of Oldenburg?
4. How do I organise my stay in Oldenburg?
5. Find out about fees, tuition, and scholarships
6. Prepare for your studies and get support during your studies: INSTEP programme
Events for international students
Digital German placement test "German for Internationals"
Welcome Week for new international students
Benefit from our Welcome Week for international students to familiarize yourself with the University of Oldenburg, your studies and the city of Oldenburg and to get to know your fellow [...]
Welcome reception for all new International students
We welcome all new International students (exchange students AND regularly enrolled students) during our reception. You will get a first impression of the University of Oldenburg and will get to know [...]
Living in Oldenburg for international students
New to Oldenburg and the University? Life in the city of Oldenburg is new and unfamiliar to many International students and there are a lot of things do. During this event, we will welcome you to the [...]
Café International - Offers from the university to all international students
At this event, you will learn about the different services offered by the university for international students and what opportunities there are to get involved or find support. The contact persons of [...]
Campus tour (Haarentor)
Where is the library? Where will my lecture take place? Where can I eat lunch or do sports after class? You are new to Oldenburg and don't yet have an idea of the numerous buildings on campus? No [...]
Introduction to Stud.IP for new international students
During the introduction, we will show you the most important functions of the Stud.IP learning platform. How do I change my password? How do I set the language? How do I register for exams? We will [...]
Welcome Night
Welcome to Oldenburg! We would like to welcome you to Oldenburg and bring Welcome Week to a close together with you. Get to know other students, meet your new friends and toast to the start of your [...]
Your exchange studies in Oldenburg
This event is aimed at all new exchange students. Everything you need to know about your exchange studies in Oldenburg will be discussed within this information event: Who are my most important [...]
Welcome to EuGl
Information session European Studies in Global Perspectives (EuGl). For Exchange Students.
Library tour for new International students (Haarentor)
How do I find books in the university library? Where can I borrow them? When do I have to return them? And what happens if I don't do this in time? During the guided tour, these and other questions [...]
Reception at the City of Oldenburg
All new international students (exchange students AND regularly enrolled students) will be welcomed to Oldenburg by the City of Oldenburg in the historic town hall.
City rallye
It must be exhausting to be new in a city. You don't know the streets, you don't know where to go shopping, where to find products from your country etc. That's why we organise the city rally and [...]
Social Night
We would like to spend your first evening in Oldenburg together with you in the city. Get to know new people and start the Welcome Week with us.
Intercultural training
Intercultural training
Canteen visit with the tutors
Whether you need a break after the info sessions, a snack or just want to get to know our university’s canteen - our tutors will show you how everything works and share their recommodations. Bon [...]
Campus tour (Wechloy)
The Tutors will show you around the Wechloy campus and give you tips and tricks along the way.
Campus rallye (Haarentor)
Start your first days at Oldenburg University together with our tutors. The combination of campus tour and rally will not only give you a playful overview of the Haarentor campus, but you will also [...]
Q&A - tutor consultation hour
You have just arrived in Oldenburg, everything is new and there is a lot of information during the orientation week! If there are any questions or concerns that remain unclear, feel free to drop by in [...]
Game night
Would you like to get to know your fellow students, play fun games together, chat and laugh. Then this is the right place for you! Our tutors have prepared a selection of games for you and are looking [...]
Good Friday: German national holiday
Good Friday is a national holiday in Germany, shops and institutions are closed.
Easter Monday: German national holiday
Easter Monday is a national holiday in Germany, shops and institutions are closed.
Labor Day: German national holiday
Labor Day: National holiday in Germany, shops and institutions are closed.
Ascension Day: German national holiday
Ascension Day is a national holiday in Germany, shops and institutions are closed.
International Summer Fest
It's summer! The University of Oldenburg traditionally celebrates this feeling with its International Summer Fest. A diverse stage program awaits you as well as an intercultural marketplace with [...]
Whit Monday: German national holiday
Whit Monday is a national holiday in Germany, shops and institutions are closed.
German Unity Day: national holiday
German Unity Day (03 October) is a national holiday. Many institutions and most shops (and of course the university!) are closed.
National holiday: Reformation Day
Reformation Day on 31 October is a public holiday in Lower Saxony. Please note that all shops, with the exception of some petrol stations and kiosks, and all institutions, including the university, [...]
National holidays: Christmas
Christmas holidays are: 24 December (Christmas Eve), 25 December, 26 December Please note that all shops, with the exception of some petrol stations and kiosks, and all institutions, including the [...]
New Year's Day
First of January, New Year's Day, is a public holiday in Germany, shops and institutions are closed.