International

The University of Bonn is integrated in a considerable number of international networks. Maintaining excellent relations with internationally-renowned universities and research centers throughout the world, the University is a key actor in the transnational knowledge society. This is expressed further in the large number of international students attracted to the University of Bonn every year, the considerable international mobility of our students and sustained interest from visiting international researchers to work at the University of Bonn.

International Profile

University of Bonn: A home for talents from all over the world!

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International Students

Over 200 degree programs, English-language teaching, double degree and exchange programs and a comprehensive range of advice for international students.

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Study and Internships Abroad

Experience other teaching methods, extend professional networks and acquire intercultural skills. Study abroad widens horizons.

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Researching and Teaching in Bonn

The University of Bonn provides international researchers and teachers with a stimulating environment and a range of advice and services.

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Researching and Teaching Abroad

International experience is a key part of an academic career. The Erasmus mobility program for academic staff and a range of internal and external grant programs provide support in this respect.

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Welcome Center for International Researchers

The Welcome Center provides advice and practical support to international researchers in preparation for and during their time in Bonn.

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Campus international

The Campus International program seeks to promote greater intercultural exchange. Students have variety opportunities to acquire intercultural experience and soft skills in a targeted manner.

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News

DAAD to Continue Funding Joint Master’s Degree Program with St Andrews for Four More Years

The program in German and Comparative Literature at the Universities of Bonn and St Andrews gives students in the Rhineland and Scotland an international double degree and has been one of the mainstays of the two institutions’ strategic partnership since 2013. The German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst, DAAD) has now agreed to fund the program for a further four years, thus enabling the continuation of a study offering that has combined a literary education with intensive international experience since 2013.

DAAD Funding: University of Bonn Ranks Among the Nation's Top Institutions

The University of Bonn is among the leading higher-education institutions in Germany when it comes to funding from the German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst, DAAD). The latest funding statistics for 2025 put it sixth in Germany among the DAAD’s member institutions, attracting total funding of some €9.18 million. Thus the University of Excellence has moved up two places in the rankings year on year. The analysis shows that Bonn is the university in North Rhine-Westphalia that receives the most funding from the DAAD.

University of St Andrews: Rector Michael Hoch Awarded Honorary Doctorate

Professor Michael Hoch, Rector of the University of Bonn, is to receive a further honorary doctorate, with the University of St Andrews conferring the honorary title of Doctor of Science (DSc) on him at its summer graduation ceremony later today, Friday, July 3, 2026. In making the award, the Scottish university—a strategic partner of the University of Bonn—is recognizing Hoch’s scientific achievements as a molecular biologist as well as his outstanding dedication to research excellence and international cooperation.

I want everything right now – or maybe later?

Splashing out – or saving for a big holiday? Relaxing on the couch – or working out? Polishing off a whole bar of chocolate – or leaving some for later? Decisions such as these are not easy to make because the urge for immediate gratification has to take a back seat to a longer-term desire. People’s behavior is highly individual here, and there also appear to be differences between cultures. To better understand these types of decisions, psychologists from the University of Bonn are working with researchers in 77 countries to conduct an unusually large online study: Around 15,000 people are set to be surveyed. Interested adults can take part until August 18, 2026: https://www.soscisurvey.de/tricc-project/

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Current Calls for Proposals

Funding calls by the University of Bonn for the promotion of international mobility and research projects conducted with international partners.

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War in Ukraine

Support offers and information for students and researchers from Ukraine and expert knowledge of researchers for the media.

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Solidarity with Israel

Hotline and information for Israeli students, researchers and teachers currently in Bonn and members of our University who are presently in Israel.

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Further Resources

Advice and Contact Information

Contact persons for international programs and projects run in the International Office.

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Learning German

German courses for international applicants, students and (visiting) researchers.

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Intercultural Training

In preparation for a stay abroad, but also particularly recommended for studying in Germany.

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