Study abroad in Europe with Erasmus+
Want to combine your studies with unforgettable experiences? Erasmus+ makes it possible! You spend one or two semesters at one of our 150 partner universities in Europe - with an Erasmus+ grant, of course! Courses and credits you complete abroad, will be recognized upon your return.
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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
With Erasmus+, you receive a tuition waiver for your studies abroad and financial support from us!
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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How to apply for Erasmus+ Studies
Find a fitting partner university
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 options based on your field of study and academic level (bachelor's or master's).
Remaining Seats for Summer Semester 2027
Some exchange spots have already been filled for the 2026/27 winter semester. You can find the remaining spots for the 2027 summer semester in our overview.
Apply online
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)
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 Deadlines
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Confirmation of Stay
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.
