STUDYING IN JENA

Information for international students and applicants

Eine Gruppe internationale Studierende auf dem Weg zum Ernst-Abbe-Campus

Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)
Eine Gruppe internationale Studierende auf dem Weg zum Ernst-Abbe-Campus

More than 2,400 students from all over the world study at Friedrich Schiller University Jena. The International Office supports in all matters related to studying in Jena. 

  • Many good reasons to study in Jena

    No tuition fees, an international campus with tradition and excellent career opportunities - Learn more about the reasons for why Jena is the perfect choice for your studies.

    Einne Gruppe Studierender lernt im Park
    Image: Nadine Mrosewski

News & current events

  1. Jena Vegan: self-made brunch

    11 s.t. ·
    • Interkulturelle Veranstaltung/intercultural event
    • Studierendengruppe/student group
    • Willkommenstage/Welcome Days

    monthly brunch with vegan food

    • presence
    • public
    Logo Jena Vegan
    Image: Jena Vegan

  2. Together in Jena: Welcome Days Hike

    12 s.t. ·
    • Interkulturelle Veranstaltung/intercultural event
    • Studierendengruppe/student group
    • Willkommenstage/Welcome Days

    We go for a hike in autumn to a very beautiful route with nice views to the Jena valley.

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
    Together in Jena
    Graphic: Together in Jena

  3. WelcomeCafé: Study organisation (regular studies)

    15:30 ·
    • Willkommenstage/Welcome Days

    First steps and tips on timetabling and everyday study life, learning culture, how to communicate at university and where to get help

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
    materials for workshops
    Image: Britta Salheiser (Universität Jena)
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More information 

  • Experiences

    International students report about their lives and studies in Jena.

    International students in the Botanical Garden, 2017
    Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

Contact

International Office - International Students

Universitätshauptgebäude (UHG), Room 0.17 -0.18
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

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Office hours:
Please see "more information" on the left for our contact information and availability.

Information

Do you have any questions or problems during your studies? Please contact us or the other advisory services of the University and the Studierendenwerk.