STUDENT SERVICES:

Throughout their stay, students are supported in everyday issues and in administrative, housing or personal matters by the Team of Esslingen Graduate School and the Student Union.

They are given assistance in obtaining their visa, residence permit, health insurance and housing. In addition, students are given the opportunity to take part in many social and cultural events throughout their time in Esslingen. 

Please see our information booklet for further information on coming to Esslingen.

Come and See Germany: Language anD Culture Programme

Before commencing their master's programme, students attend a 3-4 week introductory programme in German language and culture. The aim of the programme is to give students an insight into German culture and provide them with German language skills.

This programme takes place in September and forms an excellent introduction to German culture. Through excursions to places of interest, lectures and tours, it shows students examples of German cities, architecture and life. Before their studies begin, students are given the opportunity to get to know one another, the campus and the region they are living in.

Have a look at our excursion information.

• The Esslingen University Career Centre has info on scholarships as well as jobs.
• A list of available scholarships (only in Germany).
• Master's scholarship with the Hella Group. Hella is a performance-oriented, family-owned company that develops and manufactures lighting and electronic components and systems for the automotive industry. Hella offers master's scholarships to qualified applicants in an automotive context. For full details, please see Hella's website. 
• The Bosch Premaster scholarships. Robert Bosch GmbH is a world leader in engineering and electronics, and has its headquarters not far from Esslingen. The Bosch Premaster scholarships combine theory with practise, allowing you to spend time working in the company and then study for your master's degree. Interested applicants can apply online on the Bosch website. 
• The Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst (DAAD) offers scholarships to a limited number of highly-qualified students. The applicant must apply for these scholarships independently, the Graduate School cannot assist them in any way. For Information or any questions on DAAD scholarships, please see the DAAD website.
• Information on working and studying in Stuttgart

Esslingen is a romantic medieval city set amidst the vineyards of the Neckar Valley in southern Germany, approximately 15 km from Stuttgart's industrial centre. Around 1830, Esslingen was the most industrialised city in the kingdom of Württemberg and, to this day, it has remained a major centre for all kinds of engineering and related industries. The region around Esslingen is home to some of the most famous corporations in the world of business. This mixture of industry, trade and culture is what gives Esslingen its special flair and atmosphere and forms the foundation on which the University of Applied Sciences has flourished.

Please have a look at our Esslingen FAQs and the Esslingen City site.

Renting a room in a student residence usually costs between €270 and €384 per month and must be paid by bank debit. At the beginning of their rental contract, students have to pay a caution deposit of €400. Provided that no damage has been caused, this caution deposit will be refunded at the end of the contract.

Goerdelerweg residence

The Goerdelerweg residence has a rent of approximately €381 per month.

Students have furnished and heated single accomodation with a private bathroom, toilet and a small kitchen.

More information on the Goerdelerweg residence.

Geschwister-Scholl residence

The Geschwister-Scholl residence has a rent of approximately €305 - €340 per month.

Students have furnished and heated single accomodation. Two students share a bathroom and toilet. The kitchen is shared between 4 to 8 students.

More information on the Geschwister-Scholl residence.

Rossneckar (I) residence

The Rossneckar (I) residence has a rent of approximately €315 - €375 per month.

Students have furnished and heated single accomodation. Groups of 5, 6, 7 or 9 rooms share communal showers, toilets and a kitchen. Rent includes internet access.

More information on the Rossneckar residence.

Rossneckar (II) Residence

The Rossneckar II residence has a rent of approximately €364 - €384 per month.

Students have furnished and heated single accomodation. Groups of 6 to 8 student rooms share communal showers, toilets and a kitchen. Rent includes internet access.

More information on the Rossneckar II residence.

Fabrikstraße Residence

The Fabrikstraße residence has a rent of approximately €338 - €399 per month

Students have furnished and heated single accomodation. Groups of 5 to 8 student rooms share communal showers, toilets and a kitchen. Rent does not include internet access.

More information on the Fabrikstraße Residence.