Exchange Buddy Program: For exchange students from partner universities of the University of Tübingen who will study in Tübingen for one or two semesters.
You can register for the Exchange Buddy Program in the winter semester 2025/26 until August 1, 2025.
Process:
Matching of registrations: By the end of February, depending on the number and type of registrations, we will allocate the buddies as best as possible, taking into account individual wishes.
Wait for matching email: If we were able to place you with a buddy, you will receive an email with your international buddy assignment.
Contacting your buddy: Now nothing stands in the way of getting to know each other! Contact your buddy partner and off you go!
In accordance with regulations of TRACS (Transdisciplinary Course Program & Career Service), the acquisition of 2 ECTS is possible. The ECTS can be credited to the certificate Global Awareness.
Requirements: Participation in the intercultural training, participation in the entire program, submission of a reflection portfolio.
You can register for the Degree-seeking Buddy Program in the winter semester 2025/26 until September 15, 2025.
Process:
Matching of registrations: By the end of March, depending on the number and type of registrations, we will allocate the buddies as best as possible, taking into account individual wishes.
Wait for matching email: If we were able to place you with a buddy, you will receive an email with your international buddy assignment.
Contacting your buddy: Now nothing stands in the way of getting to know each other! Contact your buddy partner and off you go!
In the virtual TÜ-VIP Buddy Program, students from all over the world can exchange ideas on current topics once a week. Tübingen buddies (re)present the city and the University of Tübingen, while the international buddies present their countries. The program is for all those who are unable to travel abroad or want to prepare for a stay abroad.
The language is English.
Between February 16th and April 13th, 2026, participants will meet virtually every other Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to discuss various topics. The buddy teams are "matched" based on various criteria such as common interests, hobbies, languages, field of study, etc.
TÜ-VIP Virtual Buddy Program from February 16th till April 13th, 2026
- Virtual exchange and contact with international exchange students who, for various reasons, cannot come to Tübingen themselves or who want to prepare for their stay in Tübingen.
- Regular online meetings with the buddies and active participation in the Regulars' Tables.
TÜ-VIP Virtual Buddy Program from February 16th till April 13th, 2026
In consultation with TRACS, the acquisition of ECTS is possible. Prerequisites: Filling out the "Virtual Buddy Confirmation", creating a a buddy protocol as well as a reflection portfolio and regular participation (at least 3x) in the online get-togethers. The ECTS can be credited to the "Global Awareness" certificate.
Only "Tübingen Buddies" who are enrolled at the University of Tübingen and tutor international students can receive ECTS for participating in the Virtual Buddy Program.
A Confirmation of Participation (without ECTS) can also be issued.
Organization of all registrations: After the registration deadline, we allocate the buddies as best we can, depending on the number and type of registrations, taking into account individual wishes.
Wait for the matching email: If we have been able to put you in touch with a buddy, you will receive an email from us with your buddy's contact details. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that every international student will be assigned a Tübingen buddy, as it always depends on the number of registrations.
Contacting your buddy: Now nothing stands in the way of getting to know each other! Get in touch with your buddy and off you go!
Kick-off event: On Monday, February 16th, 2026 at 6:30pm (German time), a joint kick-off event will take place for all registered Tübingen and international buddies. The zoom link for this will be sent in the first email.
