Göttingen International

Programme-/Exchange students

International students in a

  • Double Degree/Joint Degree programme or in
  • Erasmus Mundus or in a
  • Exchange programme (e.g. Erasmus+)

The following information is only relevant for Programme-/Exchange students.

If you are a Degree-Seeking student then please go back to this page.


Please note that the University of Göttingen does not provide accommodation. Admission and enrolment at the University does not imply a commitment to a room in student halls of residence or other accommodation.

Unfortunately, in Göttingen - as in Germany in general - it is very difficult to find affordable accommodation. Especially in the months of September, October and November, many people are looking for accommodation. It is therefore advisable to start looking for a room as early as possible.

Rooms in halls of residence run by the Studierendenwerk cost between €300 and €400 and are therefore relatively inexpensive by Göttingen standards. Rents on the private housing market are significantly higher. Rooms in shared flats (WGs) cost between €450 and €700, flats with their own bathroom and kitchen between €600 and €800 per month, depending on location and furnishings.

Multi-room flats for families are both expensive (from €750 per month) and difficult to find.

Registration process

Please fill out our registration form if you require our assistance in finding accommodation. Please complete the registration form only once.

The Studierendenwerk provides Accommodation Support with a limited number of rooms for students enrolled on these programmes. It is not possible for these students to register directly for a room in a dormitory via the Studierendenwerk.



Important information

  • You must register before the registration deadline (15 May for the winter semester/15 November for the summer semester).
  • Studierendenwerk will notify registrants of a successful room allocation for the winter semester by mid/end of July at the latest and for the following summer semester by the end of January.
  • Students who receive a room in student accommodation will be sent a declaration of acceptance in a separate email. This document must be signed and returned to the Studierendenwerk within one week. You will only be allocated a room once you have signed this document. You will also find all this information in the tenancy agreement.
  • For students who do not receive accommodation, we try to find offers from the private housing market, if available.
  • Registrations submitted after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list!
  • Important: Due to the limited number of dormitory rooms, we cannot guarantee you a place in a dormitory!

Types of rooms

  • All rooms are single rooms with a shared kitchen and shared bathroom.
  • All rooms are furnished: Single bed with mattress, wardrobe, desk, chair, desk lamp and wall shelf.
  • There is no gender segregation in the dormitories.
  • Rooms for couples are not available.
  • Please note: only one person may stay in each room.
  • Pets are not permitted
  • You will only receive one room offer from the Studierendenwerk. There are no options to choose from.
  • The Studierendenwerk offer will be sent to you by e-mail. Please make sure to check your spam folder regularly.
  • You can fnd more informaiton on the student dormitories on the Studierendenwerk website.

Rental contract

  • The signed rental contract between you and the Studentenwerk Göttingen is legally binding.
  • The contract dates are not negotiable and do not necessarily coincide with the exact end of the semester. The rental period cannot be shortened or extended.
  • The contracts for the winter semester start on 1 September or 1 October, for the summer semester on 1 March or 1 April. If you arrive later or leave earlier, you will still have to pay the rent for the entire rental period.
  • A deposit must be paid before moving in. The deposit will be refunded after moving out, minus the cleaning costs and any damage settlements.

If you are looking for private accommodation in Göttingen and the surrounding area, you will find helpful information here.


You can find helpful information here.


Kontakt:

Abteilung Göttingen International
Incoming Office
Accommodation Support

Von-Siebold-Straße 2
37075 Göttingen

Persönliche Sprechstunden:
Montags 10-12 Uhr

Julia Zimmer
Wohnraumsupport für internationale
Studierende

Von-Siebold-Straße 2
37075 Göttingen

E-Mail: accommodation@uni-goettingen.de
Telefon: 0551 39-21790

Helena Hoffmann
Wohnraumsupport für internationale Austauschstudierende

Von-Siebold-Straße 2
37075 Göttingen

E-Mail: accommodation@uni-goettingen.de
Telefon: 0551 39-21338