Study abroad in Europe with Erasmus+
Gain international experience, get to know new cultures, and broaden your horizons—while studying at one of our partner universities in Europe.
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Discover Europe
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Study Abroad
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Receive Funding
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New Countries
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New People
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New Adventures
Erasmus+ Grant
Erasmus+ makes it possible: You spend one or two semesters at one of our 150 partner universities in Europe. Your academic achievements will be recognized upon your return, and you’ll also receive an Erasmus grant:
For your Erasmus+ Studies you receive a monthly grant. Depending on the country of destination the grant rate varies between €540 and €600 per month (30 days).
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Additional funding is available for certain groups. If you belong to one of these groups, you can apply for the social top-up of €250 per month (30 days).
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Starting 2026/27 a travel allowance will be paid based on travel distance between home and partner university. This allowance is even higher for sustainable travel!
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Additional travel days are funded based on travel distance. For sustainable “green” travel, you can also apply for funding for up to 6 travel days!
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Your first steps
Find a uni
Whether you're studying literature, business, engineering, or something in between, there's a partner university that's right for you! On our information portal, you can search specifically for exchange opportunities based on your field of study and academic level (bachelor's or master's).
Gather infos
Semester schedules and course offerings vary, opening up new opportunities and perspectives! Visit the websites of the partner universities and check the academic calendar and course catalog of your preferred university(ies) to learn more about your exchange options.
Check critria
Good language skills will take you far! For all exchange opportunities, you need at least a B2 level in the primary language of instruction. Depending on the country and partner university, additional requirements may apply. For example, some universities in Spain or France also require knowledge of the local language. Make sure to check application criteria abroad!
Make your choice
Have you found suitable exchange opportunities? Then you're ready to apply for the Erasmus+ program! You can list up to three partner universities on your application. You'll find more information about required documents, deadlines, and selection criteria in the next section.
Your Online Application
The application is simple: create a user account for our MoveON Outgoing Portal, fill in the online form "EUROPE | Erasmus+ Studies: Step 1" and upload your supporting documents. Done.
Supporting documents
- Certificate of Enrolment (unisono)
- List of Achievements (unisono)
- CV in English
- Proof of language proficiency (e.g. high school diploma)
Language Requirements
To participate, you must have sufficient proficiency in the main language of instruction at the partner university. For example, if you wish to take courses in English abroad, you must have an English proficiency level of B2. No specific language test is required, we accept high school diplomas as proof.
Selection criteria
You will receive the selection results within 8 weeks of the application deadline. The selection and placement process is based on academic alignment, academic performance, the purpose of the stay, and language proficiency (at least B2 in the main language of instruction abroad).
Curious about what it's like to study abroad?
Check the testimonials of our Erasmus+ students!
Erasmus+ Testimonials
Get a firsthand insights: Read testimonials from Siegen students and find out how they planned their Erasmus+ studies and what they experienced abroad! The testimonials are available on our information portal and sorted by partner universities. Search for your preferred universit(y)ies, select the exchange program that suits you, and simply click on “More Details” to view a list of published testimonials.
Erasmus+ Studies in Italy
"Looking back, my Erasmus semester in Rome was an amazing and transformative experience. The most positive aspects were undoubtedly the people I met and the cultural immersion. Connecting with individuals from so many different backgrounds gave me a fresh perspective on both my personal life and my future career in computer science.Overall, my assessment is overwhelmingly positive. I highly recommend the Erasmus program and Sapienza University to any student at the University of Siegen. It is a fantastic way to step out of your comfort zone, gain international experience, and make memories that will last a lifetime."
Erasmus+ Studies in Sweden
"I really enjoyed my time in Borås and used the semester to get out and about a lot. You should know, though, that it’s a very small town—there isn’t much going on there. I chose it mainly so I could spend a lot of time in nature. The lakes Kypesjön and Pickesjön, as well as the surrounding forests and Rya Asar, are very close by and beautiful in every season. You can go for a run, take lots of
hikes (see AllTrails), swim in the lakes, or visit the sauna at Kypesjön. [...] All in all, I can recommend an Erasmus stay to anyone - you’ll meet lots of great people and have unique experiences!"
Erasmus+ Studies Step-by-Step
Seat Offer
After the application deadline all documents are reviewed. This selection process takes up to 8 weeks. Then you receive your seat offer(s) via our MoveON Outgoing Portal. The seat offer automatically includes a grant offer.
Application & Admission Abroad
Once you have accepted a seat offer, we nominate you to the partner university, and you apply for admission abroad. Deadlines vary, so be sure to check your partner university’s website well in advance! You can find links on our info portal!
Documents & 1st Installment
The partner university offers admission and you can begin making travel arrangements and preparing the necessary documents for your planned Erasmus+ studies. You need to submit the required documents online. Then you receive your grant agreement and your first installment (70% of the total planned grant amount).
Erasmus+ Studies Abroad
Ready to start your Erasmus+ experience! Our partner universities usually offer orientation days before the semester starts, so you can get to know the campus and, of course, other students. After that, the lecture period begins, and you can adjust your course schedule as needed.
Documents & 2nd Installment
After your stay, you submit important documents online regarding the actual duration of your studies and the courses you have completed (and had recognized). Then you receive your second installment.
Important Documents
A seat offer automatically includes a grant offer as well! To receive your grant payments, you must submit important documents online through our MoveON Outgoing Portal.
Important Deadlines
Before your Erasmus+ studies
Documents required for your first installment
Only students enrolled at the University of Siegen are eligible to participate in the Erasmus+ program. A current certificate of enrollment confirms your student status and must be generated via unisono.
Don't forget to re-register! You must remain enrolled at your home and partner university for the entire duration of your Erasmus+ studies!
The language placement test via Online Language Support (OLS) is mandatory! You must take the test for your main language of instruction abroad via the eu|academy platform (unless you are a native speaker). Once you have completed the test, you can download a certificate.
The Declaration on Honor is required if you wish to apply for additional funding such as a Social Top-up or Green Travel. Please submit a scanned copy of the hand-signed Declaration on Honor and keep the original on file in case of a future audit.
If you apply for the Social Top-up, you must submit additional documentation. For Green Travel, we randomly check travel documents (bus or train tickets, etc.) during or after your stay.
If your application for admission is successful, you will receive an acceptance letter from the partner university via email. This letter of acceptance includes the planned start and end date. We use these dates to calculate the planned grant amount.
If you haven’t received the letter of acceptance from the partner university by the submission deadline, you may submit it later. However, make sure all other documents have been uploaded via the MoveON Outgoing Portal by the deadline!
The Online Learning Agreement (OLA) is created using a dedicated online form on the MoveON Outgoing Portal. In this form you list all courses you plan to take abroad (at least 15 ECTS per semester) and the corresponding modules or module components of your degree program for later recognition at the University of Siegen. The OLA must be digitally approved by you, the designated OLA Contact at the University of Siegen, and the designated contact person at the partner university.
Please note that you might have to discuss course selection abroad and planned recognition at home with the contact persons of your degree program before the OLA can be approved by your OLA contacts, especially if you plan to take courses for different subject areas.
If your OLA has not been approved by the partner university by the submission deadline, you may submit it later. However, the OLA must have been approved by you and the designated OLA contact by the given deadline!
Changes to approved OLA
You can change your OLA later on! Once you start your studies abroad, you have four weeks to document all changes and have them approved by all parties.
After your Erasmus+ studies
Documents required for your second installment
The Confirmation of Stay must be completed by the partner university on the last day of your Erasmus+ studies or later, and must include the actual start and end dates of your academic stay.
If the partner university issues separate confirmations to document the start and end of your studies (confirmation of arrival and confirmation of departure), you can upload these documents in one file in place of our template.
Confirmation of Stay
If your Erasmus+ studies are shortened by more than 5 days, the grant amount - and thus the second installment - will be recalculated. In the event of a significant shortening of your studies abroad, a partial reimbursement of the grant might be required.
The Transcript of Records includes all courses and credits you have taken and/or completed abroad. The document is issued by the partner university and is usually sent to students via e-mail.
If you completed less than the minimum requirement of 15 ECTS per semester/term, we reserve the right to reclaim (a portion of) the grant that has already been paid out. For further information check our Erasmus+ Grant website.
The testimonial should be 1 to 2 pages long and should include information on the planning and preparation of your Erasmus+ studies as well as your experiences. Tips on housing, life abroad, and course offer will help future Erasmus+ students choose a suitable partner university.
Info-Sheet Testimonial
After completing your Erasmus+ studies, you must submit an application for recognition at your examination office along with a copy of your transcript of records and learning agreement. Once all credits have been recorded, your current List of Achievements (unisono) will serve as proof of recognition.
