Study Abroad with Global Exchange
Want to study abroad and discover the world? The Global Exchange Program is just right for you! You can spend one or two semesters at one of our partner universities, for example in Japan, Korea, Mexico or the USA. Tuition fees are waived and an additional scholarship is also possible! Your courses and credits will be recognized upon your return.
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Discover the world
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Study abroad
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Outside Europe
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New countries
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New people
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New adventures
Global Exchange Registration
Find your partner university(ies)
Ready to go global? Our exchange opportunities outside Europe are open for many different subjects! In our info portal you can search specifically for exchange opportunities for your subject and study level (Bachelor's or Master's).
Some exchange spots have already been filled for the 2026/27 winter semester. You can find the remaining available spots for the summer semester 2027 in our overview.
Register online
Registration is simple: create a user account in the MoveON Outgoing Portal, fill out the online form "WORLDWIDE | Global Exchange: Step 1" and upload your documents. Done.
Required documents
- Certificate of study(unisono)
- Transcript of records(unisono)
- Curriculum vitae in English
- Language certificate (Please check the information sheet!)
PROMOS Partial Scholarships
If you receive a seat offer, your tuition fees abroad will be waived and you will automatically take part in the selection process for our PROMOS scholarships.
The partial scholarship for the stay includes a grant which ranges between €450 and €550 per month, depending on the country of destination. Where possible, the partial scholarship for the stay is combined with the partial scholarship for mobility.
Depending on the country of destination, the partial scholarship for your travels is a one-off payment which ranges between €1,000 and €2,375. Where possible, the partial scholarship for mobility is combined with the partial scholarship for the stay.
Global Exchange Testimonials
Collection of Testimonials
Your direct insight into studying abroad: Read reports from Siegen students and find out how they planned their semester abroad and what they experienced! The experience reports are stored in our info portal and sorted by partner university. Search for your preferred universities, select the appropriate exchange option and simply click on "More Details" to see a list of published experience reports.
Study in the USA
"Overall, my semester abroad at the University of Tulsa was a wonderful experience that I highly recommend to everyone. The memories, personal growth, and friendships you gain from this experience will last a lifetime. The program is really well organized by both universities (Siegen and Tulsa) and offers students a unique opportunity to study at a university in the U.S. without paying tuition. With the University of Tulsa, you also get to experience a university in “real” America and immerse yourself fully in the country’s culture -something that isn’t necessarily possible in the same way on the East or West Coast.”
Study in Korea
"Just the feeling of slowly mastering the language and being able to communicate more and more with the local people - all of that gave me strength and courage. It allowed me to grow and experience beautiful moments day after day. It also gave me the opportunity to learn more about myself as a person, to travel to distant lands, to connect with the local dance community, and to further my dance training. In every way, this trip was a gift to me, and I highly recommend it to everyone."
Important steps
Application & admission abroad
Once you have accepted a seat offer, you will be nominated by the International Office abroad. You then apply to the partner university abroad. If your application is successful, you will receive a tuition fee waiver and can start preparing for your trip.
Application deadlines and documents vary depending on the partner university! Check the websites of your partner university via the info portal in good time!
Documents before your stay
Before you start your stay, you must submit important documents regarding the planned duration of your studies and the courses you wish to take abroad via our MoveON Outgoing Portal portal. If you receive a PROMOS scholarship, we will issue a scholarship agreement as soon as all documents have been submitted.
Starting your studies abroad
Once all the documents have been submitted, you can set off on your journey and start studying abroad! If you receive a PROMOS scholarship, the travel grant will be paid before your departure and the partial scholarship for your stay will be paid monthly.
Documents after the stay
After your stay, you need to submit additional documents to confirm the actual duration of your studies as well as your completed (and recognized) academic achievements and share your experiences.
Important Documents
With a seat offer you receive a tuition fee waiver for your studies abroad! The prerequisite for your participation in the Global Exchange Program and, if applicable, the payment of your PROMOS scholarship is the timely submission of important program documents. Before and after your stay, you submit the documents online via our MoveON Outgoing Portal.
Submission Deadlines
Before your studies abroad
Documents required before your departure
Only enrolled students of the University of Siegen can participate in the Global Exchange and PROMOS scholarship program. A current certificate of enrollment confirms your student status. Please download the document via unisono.
In the Study Agreement, you specify which courses you would like to take during your studies abroad (at least 15 ECTS per semester) and for which modules or module elements of your degree program these courses should be recognized after your return. You can find more information and tips on how to fill in the document in our Notes of Guidance.
After your studies abroad
Documents required after your return
The Confirmation of Stay must be completed by the partner university on the last day of your studies abroad or later. It includes the actual start and end date of your stay for academic purposes.
Confirmation of Stay
The Transcript of Records lists all the courses and credits you have attended or completed abroad. The document is issued by the partner university and is usually sent to students by 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 scholarship that has already been paid out. For further information check our PROMOS website.
The testimonial should be 1 to 2 pages long and contain information on the planning, preparation and implementation of the studies abroad. Tips on accommodation, living abroad and studying will help other students to choose a suitable partner university. You can find an overview of possible key points in the Notes of Guidance.
Testimonials: Notes of Guidance
