[Germany] University of Cologne – Exchange Program Winter and Summer Semester 2025

Greetings from Germany!

The University of Cologne, also known as Universität zu Köln in German, is a public research university located in Cologne, Germany. Founded in 1388, it is one of the oldest and largest universities in Europe, with a strong reputation for excellence in research and teaching across a wide range of disciplines, including social sciences, natural sciences, humanities, and business. The university offers a wide variety of undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs to students from around the world, and is known for its vibrant academic and cultural life. With a focus on interdisciplinary research and innovation, the University of Cologne is committed to advancing knowledge and making a positive impact on society.

 

We are pleased to inform you that the application for The University of Cologne Exchange Program Winter and Summer Semester 2025  is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

 

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) or Graduate students (S2/S3)
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. Be proficient in English

 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. English Language Proficiency 
3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. Motivation Letter
8. Colored Copy of Passport
9. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
10. Passport Size Photo 

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 1 May  2025 (for Winter Semester) and 1 November 2025 (for Summer Semester) for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to University of Cologne and you may proceed to the online application.
3. The FINAL decision is from University of Cologne.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

 

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM