Before Studying

Important information before starting the program!

2. When can I apply?

15th November to 15th February. This registration period is valid for German students as well. The deadline is 12.00 a.m. midnight CET (Central European Time)

3. How do I apply for the WAREM program?
Only Online! The online portal is open during the above mentioned period. Postal submission is neither necessary nor desired.
5. I haven't yet finished my Bachelor’s Degree. Am I allowed to send the transcript of records later?
We prefer complete applications. We must have the transcript with all courses taken and graded to obtain the correct CGPA. If you don't have your Bachelor Degree Certificate yet,  please upload a letter from your University stating that you will get the certificate soon. You will need it latest when you enroll in Stuttgart in September.
6. Are original documents required?
Please upload your original documents plus the translation of your documents. For enrollment in September, please bring the original and the validated copy of your Bachelor Degree and the transcript with you.
7. Who can authorize/certify/verify a copy?
  • Schools or institutes that issued your documents
  • Embassies of the Federal Republic of Germany of the country in which the certificate was issued
  • Public authorities and notaries authorized to carry out official authentications
8. In which language should the documents be translated?
Documents issued in any language other than German or English must be officially translated by an accredited translator into German or English.
9. Where should the TOEFL/IELTS certificate be sent?
The TOEFL/ IELTS results should be uploaded as well together with the online application. Do NOT send the TOEFL/IELTS result yourself neither by post nor by any university code.
10. Is it possible to send the English proficiency certificate results after the deadline?
No, only in very exceptional cases (e.g. English Test is not offered due to political situation).
11. Do you require recommendation letters or a statement of purpose?
No. The submission of these documents is optional. However, as these documents express a lot of the candidates’ character and opinions, it helps to support the admission process.
12. Are my professors allowed to send the recommendation letters by e-mail?
Yes, but the submission of these documents is optional.
13. When do I get information of my acceptance/rejection to the Study Program?
The Admission Committee will decide on the applications after the deadline. Applicants will be informed within 4 weeks whether they were admitted or rejected. Before February 15th it is not possible to give any information on the status of the Admission Committee’s decision.

1. I have difficulties applying for my visa. Can I arrive late, what are the options in this case? 

For students who arrive late, there is the possibility/exception to catch up on the intensive German course in March/April (during exam period)  after informing and registering via (warem@iws.uni-stuttgart.de). WAREM will not register late comers for the intensive German course in September. If, contrary to expectations, you are able to arrive on September 1, please inform us immediately so that WAREM can register you perhaps later.
 
If you cannot make it to arrive on time, you have to inform us and can start a bit later. Late means till latest December and with the consequence that you will most likely have 1 semester study delay.
Do keep us informed and do ask us for a Late Arrival Letter in October in case you need one for  the German Embassy in your country.
Tuition fee und study fees for Winter semester must be paid and you must be enrolled latest  15. November. Fees must be on the University’s account before enrollment is possible (see your admission letter).
 
Deferral: We cannot defer your admission neither to the summer semester nor to one year later. Therefore if you will not be able to come by the beginning of December, you need to contact the Enrollment Office to discuss how to receive your tuition fees back. Check with the enrollment office until which date it is possible to get the fees for the winter semester back.
You can then apply for next year again and your situation will be considered, but your admission is not guaranteed. Do upload a new motivation letter and describe your situation.

1. Is it necessary to speak German when applying for WAREM?
No, it is not necessary to speak German when applying for WAREM. However, learning German is an obligatory part of the Study Program. We require at least Basic User (A2.1) level regarding the Common European Framework of Reference (GER) for Languages.
2. What happens when I submit a proof of my German knowledge with a minimum A2.1 level certificate?
You will be exempted from the German Language Intensive Course. However, the Certificate has to show that you have passed an exam and you have got a grade. We do not accept certificates of attendance. Furthermore, we strongly recommend you to attend the Intensive Courses offered by the University.
3. What happens when I cannot submit a proof of my German knowledge with a Basic User (A2) level certificate under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages?
You have to participate in the 6 week German Language Intensive Course starting in September. In case you cannot attend the course in September, you have to attend the course in March/April. The courses are all free of charge.
4. What happens if I do not arrive in time (beginning of September) to start with the German course?
If you are arriving late in September, you must attend the German Intensive Course offered in March/April during the lecture free time.
2. How can I apply for a dorm?
As soon as you have an admission, you will receive more information by e-mail from WAREM about this procedure.
1. Does the University of Stuttgart offer financial aid?
The University of Stuttgart does NOT offer any financial aid. for student Visa, it is necessary to proofe that sufficient finances are available to cover the living expenses for 12 months. At present, the German authorities require proof (Bank Statement) of at least EUR 861 per month.
2. Does the WAREM program offer financial aid?
The WAREM program does NOT offer any financial aid. Highly motivated students with good grades might receive a scholarship issued by the IZ.
3. Where can I apply for scholarships?
For more information, please visit here.
4. Am I allowed to work during my studies?
Non-EU citizens are allowed by law to work for a maximum of 120 days per year (or 240 half days). However, you must search for jobs independently and there is no guarantee that you will find an adequate one in Stuttgart.
5. How can I apply for a "Hiwi" (student assistant) job?
The best way is to ask personally in the respective Institute. Often Hiwi jobs are available in labs or within a project. But it is very seldom to get a Hiwi job in the first semester. The lecturer will choose a Hiwi depending on the requirements and the competences of the student.
6. How high are the tuition fees?
The State of Baden-Württemberg passed a new law in May 2017 requesting a tuition fee of EUR 1500 per semester (6 months) for international students who are not EU citizens.
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