Uni-Tübingen

Student Life

Student sitting on the market square in front of the town hall oin a warm night
Several punts racing on the Neckar with many spectators at the river bench
Stundet sitting on a stone wall next to a tree and eating a snack
Four students having a coffee break and talking in a cafeteria
Seflie of exchange students with their buddies
Twi students talking to each other and sitting in a window with green trees in the background
3 students on a boat
Group picture of an orchestra with musicians smiling and raising their instruments in front of a church
Four students playing beach volleyball
Students on a kayak tour
River Neckar and timbered houses in the light of a violett sunset
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Discover student life in Tübingen – beyond the classroom and into the heart of the city! Start your journey with our Buddy Program for Exchange Students and get matched with a local mentor who shares insider tips, and helps you feel right at home. Do you want to meet new people and dicover exciting places? Then join the events organized by IESN Tübingen (International Exchange Student Initiative Tübingen) and explore together the region. And when you need practical tips on city life, transport, leisure, and (uni) culture, our Tübingen Basics & Beyond web guide has you covered.

2 students with a parasol on a boat
Buddy Program
Students standing in a row in the woods, stretching out their arms and smiling into the camera
IESN Tübingen
View of the Tübingen Neckarfront with colorful historic houses lining the riverbank of the Neckar River.
Tübingen Basics & Beyond

Buddy Program for Exchange Students

A new city, new language, new system – being an exchange student can feel overwhelming at first. To make things easier, our Buddy Program pairs you with a Tübingen student who’ll help you get settled, show you around, and adjust to life here. Whether it’s tips about the university, navigating the city, or finding fun things to do – your buddy will support you.

What is a buddy partnership?

The Tübingen Buddy will support you during your first time in Tübingen and beyond. Tasks include, for example:

  • Welcome on the day of arrival, if possible
  • Help with check-in at the dormitory
  • Support with administrative steps
  • Joint leisure activities etc.

How do I register for the buddy program as exchange student?

After your admission as an exchange student, you will receive an e-mail from us regarding the Buddy Program with detailed information on how to register.

Where do I find further information on the Buddy Program?

For further information, please visit the website of the Buddy Programs at the University of Tübingen. For questions about the Buddy Program for Exchange Students, please contact exchange.buddyspam prevention@uni-tuebingen.de.

IESN Tübingen

Looking to connect in Tübingen as a new exchange student?  The new student group IESN (International Exchange Student Initiative) is run by Tübingen students who regularly organize fun events and trips for you: Perfect for meeting other students, getting to know German culture, and discovering the city and surrounding region together. It’s also a great way to make local friends and start building your community here.

The program for the winter semester 26-27 of the new IESN Tübingen student group  will be published here in September 2026.

Quicklinks – Student Activities