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International Welcome Weeks Summer Semester 2026

Dear freshmen, 
We would like you to have a comfortable and enjoyable start in Magdeburg and to discover the university and the city together. This is why the IKUS initiative (Intercultural Students), the International Office of the university and the Student Services (Studentenwerk Magdeburg) have organised the International Welcome Weeks for the summer semester 2026 for all new students. During our IKUS office hours, we will help you with any questions about the university and living in Magdeburg.

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Call for Applications for Financial Aids (STIBET Programme)

Within the scope of funding by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and financed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (AA), the International Office of the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg announces 6 financial aids for foreign students and doctoral candidates of the OVGU. Applicaion deadline: March 27, 2026

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DAAD Fellowship: Green Hydrogen

The DAAD provides Fellowships for Graduates, PhDs and Postdocs with projects concerning Green Hydrogen in a foreign country. Gradutes will have to apply until 10th April, PHD Students and Postdocs can apply at any time. Fore more information please use this link, as well as the linked Fact Sheet at "more".

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New App "Welcome to OVGU"

Our new app "Welcome to OVGU" is now available for Android and iOS.If you have just enrolled at OVGU, our app offers you a great overview on campus life in Magdeburg. We also provide tipps and tricks especially for our international students:

  • News
  • Calendar
  • Mensa schedules
  • Useful links
  • FAQs
  • Important contacts

You can download the app from the AppStore or from PlayStore.

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Last Modification: 04.03.2026 -
Contact Person: Anne-Katrin Güldenpfennig, geb. Behnert