Goethe University- Goethe Research Experience Program (GREP)

Step 1: Eligibility & Information

• Students confirm eligibility and internal requirements with their home university’s International Office before applying.
• Students attend a mandatory GREP Online Information Event.

Step 2: GREP Review & Supervisor Matching

• Students submit CV and motivation letter, outlining their research interests and preferred project and supervisor, where applicable.
• GREP reviews the candidate’s academic fit and coordinates the supervisor matching process.
• Students contact potential supervisors only after GREP consultation, unless an established GU research contact already exists.

Step 3: Supervisor Interview & Nomination

• Interested supervisors interview suitable candidates to discuss the research project and scope of the research stay
• Following a successful interview, the supervisor submits a formal nomination and funding recommendation directly to GREP, confirming the project and academic fit.
• Students complete the GREP Project Proposal Form, defining the agreed research project.

Step 4: Formal Application & Admission

• Only candidates formally endorsed by a Goethe University supervisor are invited to apply for a GREP fellowship.
• Nominated candidates receive a registration link from GREP to submit their formal application via Goethe University’s Mobility Online Portal.
• Final admission and fellowship decisions are usually issued within 4–6 weeks.