University of Greifswald

Ms. Yaiza Otero (left) received the DAAD Prize 2025; Dr. Hasmik Hunanyan, Head of the International Office (right).
© Gina Heitmann

Call for Applications: DAAD Prize 2026

The University of Greifswald's International Office will once again award this year's DAAD Prize to a high-performing student with a remarkable level of social or intercultural commitment. Apply by 10 May 2026 if you would like to be in with a chance to win the coveted prize worth € 1000.
Zu sehen sind die beiden Hände einer Person, die auf einer Tastatur tippen.
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DAAD Scholarships for International Students

High-achieving international students in need of financial support to complete their studies and international students who have shown special commitment can apply for a scholarship worth € 992/month for max. three months. The call for applications ends on 3 May 2026.
Zwei Personen sitzen an einem Tisch und arbeiten mit einer Roboterhand. Auf dem Laptop ist ein Code zu sehen, der die Steuerung des Roboters zeigt.
© Gina Heitmann

International Master's Degrees

From Bioversity, Ecology and Evolution to Data Science and from Earth Sciences to the History and Culture of the Baltic Sea Region - several of our master's degree courses can be studied in English.

Drei Studierende stehen auf dem Campus Loefflerstraße.
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Degree-Seeking Students

Are you thinking of studying for a degree in Germany? Our University has a wide range of possible courses and Greifswald is a vibrant student town on the Baltic Sea Coast. Find out more about study opportunities here.

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Exchange Students

The University of Greifswald has a lot to offer exchange students, whether you are on the Erasmus+ programme or from one of our many international partner universities. Find out more about the requirements, the application process, studying, and enjoying your time here in Greifswald here.

Dr. Franziska Tanneberger in der Mesokosmenanlage
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Research Domains

In its new Research Strategy, the University of Greifswald defined three research domains: the Baltic Sea Region, One Health, and Prevention. These are supported by the 12 well-established interdisciplinary key research topics. More about our research can be found here.

A Summer by the Baltic Sea: Greifswald Summer School, 3–28 August 2026
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A Summer by the Baltic Sea: Greifswald Summer School, 3–28 August 2026

Greifswald Summer combines four weeks of intensive German lessons at various levels of proficiency and workshops with a wide range of cultural events and excursions. Improve your German language skills and spend an informative and exciting time with us! Apply by 30 April 2026.

Broaden your Horizon in Greifswald

Discover more about our University in this short video that provides several reasons why you should choose Greifswald for your studies or as a work location. Historic buildings and centuries of tradition meet cutting-edge research and teaching facilities on the shores of the Baltic Sea.

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