Free movers - the individual way

You would like to organize your study abroad as a free mover completely independently?

On this page you will find some useful tips and links to help you prepare your stay abroad. We also present some agencies that help students prepare for a semester abroad as a free mover.

Free movers

General information

For your study stay as a free mover, please consider the following:

  • Check the financial aspect
    • How high are the tuition fees at the university of your choice?
    • What other costs will you incur?
    • What funding opportunities are available?
  • Inform yourself in advance about the requirements (grade, language skills, etc.) and application deadline at the university of your choice.
  • Find out about the specific courses offered. If you want your academic achievements from abroad to be recognized, we recommend drawing up a learning agreement. You can find further information under "Academic Recognition".
  • Clarify any visa issues and necessary vaccinations in advance.
  • Make sure you have sufficient insurance coverage, clarify any necessary additional insurance.
  • Travel and safety advice: always refer to the website of the Federal Foreign Office. In addition, it is always advisable to register in the crisis precaution list (ELEFAND).

GOstralia!-GOmerica!

GOStralia/GOMerica offers a comprehensive range of information and services related to studying abroad. Not only do they assist students in selecting a suitable university and complete the application process for that university, but they also assist students throughout their stay - all completely free of charge and without obligation!

More information: GoStralia/GoMerica (Website in German)

 

College Contact

College Contact is the official German representative of around 130 universities abroad. It is College Contact's task to advise prospective students on the study opportunities at the partner universities and to support them in the application process. Since College Contact is funded by the partner universities, all services are completely free of charge for prospective students and applicants at all times.

More information: College Contact (Website in German)

World of Students

World of Students is a creative team that specializes in offering travel-loving adults the opportunity to find the right university at home or abroad and the chance to spend an unforgettable time abroad. All team members have spent some time abroad themselves, for example as part of a student exchange, gap year, internship abroad or study abroad. These stays abroad have been incredibly enriching for everyone on the team and have created memories that will never be forgotten. That's why they want to give students the chance to find the perfect study program with the help of the database.

More information: World of Students (Website in German)

Mobility Online Portal

Students who are doing a semester abroad as a free mover can register at any time in the Mobility Online portal. Here you can find our online registration portal and further information.