International University Partnerships

• High level of ability in the chosen field of study
• Students are expected to use their time to continue their studies in a new environment by participating in courses or projects (earning ECTS credits) and to explore the different opportunities available at ABK Stuttgart.
• Accepted students are solely responsible for funding their exchange studies.

The exchange coordinator at your home institution must confirm your nomination to the Stuttgart State Academy of Art and Design by e-mail. Applications from students who are not nominated will not be processed.

Application checklist

• International Student Application Form
• Portfolio of recent works (around 8-10 pages) in digital format
• Letter of motivation (including your choice to study in Baden-Württemberg)
• Detailed CV
• Transcript of Records
• Copy of your passport
• Passport photo

All documents, artworks, certificates, etc. should be sent in digital format.

Application Deadline

Selection process

Complete applications will be forwarded to the selection committee for evaluation. ABK Stuttgart can reject or accept an applicant according to our admission regulations. Admission is based on the application documents submitted, including the artistic quality of the portfolio submitted by the applicant and also the number of study places available.

You will be notified as soon as a decision regarding your application has been made.

Please note that due to the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to advise on the rejection of an application.