Welcome to Your Study Town!

We’re delighted to have you here! Your studies at the University of Greifswald are about to begin – and we’d like to make your start as smooth as possible. This page provides you with important information and tips to help you and your studies to get off to a good start.

Start of studies

A group of students looking at the camera and waiting to handover goodies bags to freshers.
© Žan Vidmar Zorc/UG

Freshers Week [de]

The detailed information about the events planned for Freshers Week can be found on the Students Union's (AStA's) webpages.
Eine Person sitzt an einem Tisch und schreibt in ein großes Buch. Links und rechts neben ihr stehen der Dekan und die Rektorin der Universität.
© Martha Bahls/UG

Opening Ceremony & Student Welcome Event [de]

You should definitely not miss our traditional start to the new academic year and start of studies!

Getting started

A person pointing at their laptop monitor.
© Martha Bahls/UG

Self-service portal

This is where you will find the course schedule and are able to plan your timetable. You can also use the portal for various administrative tasks.
Students seated in a lecture hall.
© Gina Heitmann/UG

Study introductions & preliminary events

Don't miss out on these! The introductory events provide the most important information at the beginning of your studies.
A person sitting in front of a laptop with a smartphone in their hand.
© Gina Heitmann/UG

Digital start to your studies

Be well prepared for your first semester of studies: discover the most important IT tools and digital offers for your day-to-day studies.
Students in the Central University Library
© Gina Heitmann/UG

University Library

Registration, taking out books, searching for literature, desks for studies and lots more - find out more about the library's various locations and offers here.

Advice & service

A globe on a table with flyers from the International Office.
© Zan Vidmar Zorc/UG, 2026

International Office

The International Office should be the first point of contact for any degree-seeking and exchange students from abroad. We will be happy to help you find your way around studies in Greifswald.
Stock image world map
© Leandro Barreto

Exchange Coordinators

Contact one of the departmental Exchange Coordinators if you have any questions regarding your studies in Greifswald, or are interested in completing a period of study abroad,
Symbolbild Lernsituation Hörsaal
© Jan Hilgendorf/UG

Studying with disabilities

Are you studying with disabilities or a chronic illness? Find advice and important information for a successful start to your studies here.
Students' Union (AStA)
© © AStA UG

Students' Union (AStA)

The Students' Union or better known as the "AStA" is the representative body for students at the University of Greifswald. From advice to representation, they offer a wide range of offers.

Discover campus life

Students next to the model of the town on Greifswald's market square
© Gina Heitmann/UG

Digital campus tours [de]

New to our campus? Our Campus Specialists have produced some short videos (in German) to present the various university locations in town.
Several participants of a language course with thumbs up in front of a black board
© Kilian Dorner

German language courses

We provide German language courses if you still need to improve or brush up on your German language skills prior to or during studies.
The image shows men with brass instruments sat in front of the choir.
© Gina Heitmann/UG

University Music

From the university choirs, to orchestras, and the University Big Band - the University of Greifswald has a lot to offer if you enjoy playing music or singing with others.
A windsurfer out on the water and under a blue sky.
© Kilian Köthe/UG

Sport at the university

Dragon boat, volleyball, fitness, dance, or yoga - University Sport offers courses and dance classes in more than 80 different kinds of sports and dance forms.

Arriving in Greifswald

View over the city of Greifswald with a view of the cathedral
© Jan Meßerschmidt

Housing

Looking for somewhere to live in Greifswald? Find useful tips and contacts who can help you with your search.
University products © Patrick Geßner, 2022
© Patrick Geßner/UG

Uni collection

Uni t-shirts, hoodies, mugs and many other products with university branding can be found in the Greifswald Information Office on the Market Square.
Several packed freshman bags are piled up. Printed on them is “Greifswald is worth living in.”
© Zan Vidmar Zorc

Residence bonus

Changing your main place of residence is well worth it! Greifswald provides a range of welcome benefits to all those who register Greifswald as their main place of residence.
Information Portal
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Information Portal

Events, social media profiles, university magazines, news and more - we keep you up to date about what is happening at the university here.