The University of Tübingen is an active member in three international networks of universities:
- the Matariki Network of Universities (MNU) since 2010
- the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities (The Guild) since 2016
- CIVIS - A European Civic University since 2019
The main goals of multilateral collaboration in the networks are the internationalization of the University in research and education and the enhancement of its international visibility by furthering joint bi- and multilateral research activities, strengthening the internationalization of education and teaching at the member universities, and increasing the international mobility of students and researchers.