The state to state programs offer students from Hessen the opportunity to spend a semester abroad as part of partnerships with international regions such as Queensland (Australia), Wisconsin and Massachusetts (USA). The aim of these programs is to promote intercultural exchange and enable international study experiences - supported by scholarships (tuition is waiverd) and close cooperation with local partner universities.
General information on the state to state programs and application procedures
Please inform yourself about the different programs and look for the application documents:
The Language Center offers a variety of language courses for further preparation. A DAAD language certificate is sufficient for the application. However, some universities, especially in the USA, require a TOEFL or IELTS certificate. Find out whether this applies to your chosen university and what language level is required.
A good way to prepare for your semester abroad is to take part in the Buddy Program.
Please use the application documents of the respective programs and also register in our Mobility-Online database within the respective deadlines. To do this, register at: Mobility Online.
Hesse-Wisconsin: November 15 (earliest start of studies in Wisconsin is the fall term (September to December) of the following year).
Hesse-Massachusetts: November 15 (earliest start date in Massachusetts is the fall term (September through December) of the following year).
Hesse-Queensland: June 1 (earliest start of studies in Queensland is semester 1 (end of February to end of June) of the following year).
Please submit your application documents to us in full and on time. We will check your application documents and invite you to an interview if necessary. Applicants are expected to have informed themselves about the situation in the host country. In particular, knowledge of the history of the target country and its economic, political and cultural situation is expected. There is also an opportunity to present the project orally and to add any comments that seem important. The interview will be conducted in English. This interview, for which only a limited amount of time is available, should be seen as a supplement to the written application documents.
Nominated applications are forwarded to the Hessian coordination offices with an assessment of personal and professional suitability. A final selection is then made by independent selection committees. You will be notified in writing once this selection has been completed.
Once the selection process has been completed, your application will be forwarded to the host university (nomination).
In the second step, you apply to the host university; the necessary documents will be sent to you after nomination. The host university will review your documents and decide whether to accept you onto the degree program. Final acceptance will only be granted after your application has been accepted by the host university.
As financial support for semesters abroad, you can apply for the PROMOS scholarship from the DAAD. You can also apply for the BAFöG grant for study abroad. You can find information on other funding options on our funding programs page.
State to State Program: Hessen-Queensland
Application via Mobility Online until June 1st
“Study down under” means not only studying at first-class universities and improving your language skills, but also discovering a fascinating country. With the Hessen:Queensland Higher Education State Program, students from participating universities in Hessen can study tuition-free for one semester in 2026/ 27 at one of the Australian partner universities in Queensland.
Application deadline: June 01
Application requirements (among others):
- Very good academic performance
- Good to very good knowledge of English, C1
- At least 2 (Master) or 3 (Bachelor) completed semesters at the time of departure
For 2026 it is possible to apply to the following universities:
- Queensland University of Technology
- University of Southern Queensland
- Central Queensland University
- Griffith University
- University of the Sunshine Coast
- The University of Queensland
More information: www.queensland.hessen.de or send an e-mail to overseas(at)io.fra-uas.de.
You will find all the necessary documents in the Campuas Preparation for studying abroad course.
Application possible via Mobility Online from April 01.
We have two exchange spots at Griffith University in Brisbane for SoSe 2026 or WS 26/27 through our bilateral partnership. You can apply for these via Mobility Online Overseas. (Don't be surprised, only SoSe 26 is activated, if you want to apply for WiSe 26/27 for Griffith University via Overseas, please enter SoSe 26 first, I will change this later). Please keep in mind that Griffith University has trimesters and that there are not so many modules offered in the 3rd trimester. So next year we will be able to allocate 3 to 4 places without tuition fees for 2026 in Australia, one, possibly two via the state to state program (here you select on Mobility Online Hessen Queensland), two bilaterally. Selection interviews will be held in English.
Please feel free to drop by the open office hours for more information, Tuesdays from 1 - 3 pm, Thursdays from 10 am - 12 pm! We look forward to receiving your application.
State to State Program: Hessen-Wisconsin
Application via Mobility Online starting September 1st
Rich in natural beauty and features such as rivers, lakes and forests, Wisconsin is a haven for sports enthusiasts. If you enjoy hiking or snowshoeing, there are parks and trails throughout the state for you to explore.
As part of the Hessen:Wisconsin State University Program, students from Hessen universities can study for a semester at a University of Wisconsin System university without having to pay tuition.
Application deadline: November 15
Application requirements (among others):
- You must be enrolled at Frankfurt UAS
- You need a letter of recommendation from a faculty member with a doctorate in your department
- good grades
- a proof of English B2, until the application deadline the DAAD language certificate is sufficient, if you get a place you need a TOEFL (86 points) or an IELTS test (6.5 points) to apply at the host university
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form in English
- Letter of motivation in letter form, please formulate independently
- if German is not your mother tongue and you are enrolled in an English-language Master's program, you will need a German B2 language certificate
You can find further information about the application and the necessary documents on the official website of the state to state program and also in the Campuas course Preparation abroad.
If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to overseas(at)io.fra-uas.de.
Applications can be submitted via Mobility Online starting September 1st.
State to State Program Hessen-Massachusetts
Application via Mobility Online starting September 1st
Massachusetts has it all: beaches, islands, cultural history and a beautiful capital city: Boston. The higher education landscape is also excellent and academically you can further your education at one of the Universities of Massachusetts and make a dream come true!
As part of the Hessen:Massachusetts State University Program, students from Hessian universities can study for a semester at one of the Universities of Massachusetts without having to pay tuition fees.
Application deadline: November 15
Application requirements (among others):
- You must be enrolled at Frankfurt UAS
- You need a letter of recommendation from a faculty member with a doctorate in your department
- good grades
- a proof of English B2, until the application deadline the DAAD language certificate is sufficient, if you get a place you need a TOEFL (86 points) or an IELTS test (6.5 points) to apply at the host university
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form in English
- Letter of motivation in letter form, please formulate independently
- if German is not your native language and you are enrolled in an English-language Master's program, you will need a German B2 language certificate
You can find further information about the application and the necessary documents on the official website of the country program and also in the Campuas course Preparation for studying abroad.
If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to overseas(at)io.fra-uas.de.