Certificate of enrollment
What is a certificate of enrollment?
The certificate of enrolment is also known as a study certificate and serves as written proof of enrolment at a university. It is a student’s confirmation to the outside world that they are actually actively studying.
Contents of the certificate of enrollment
As described above, the certificate serves as proof of existing studies. It contains the following information:
- University
- Name of the student
- Matriculation number
- Study program attended
- Current semester
- Aimed degree
- Indication of completed university semesters
- Amount of the standard period of study
- Validity
How long is the certificate of enrollment valid?
The certificate of enrollment is usually valid for one semester or trimester. It is issued by the university administration. The validity can be seen on the certificate.
What are the requirements for a certificate of enrollment?
In order to receive this, it is necessary to enroll at a university, usually at the study secretariat of the respective university or university of applied sciences.
There are certain deadlines for enrollment that must be adhered to. If enrollment was successful, the student will receive a certificate of enrollment as proof. The deadlines and requirements can be obtained from the respective college or university.
Are a certificate of enrollment and a certificate of enrollment the same thing?
Yes, a certificate of enrollment is also known as a study certificate.
What is the certificate needed for?
The certificate of enrollment is required, among other things, as a template for
- the health insurance company
- the employer
- the application for Bafög
- the family benefits office
- a place in a hall of residence
Where can I find the certificate of enrollment?
Nowadays, students can usually view and download their certificate of enrollment from the online portals of the respective university.
For the working student contract or short-term employment
If a student wants a part-time job to earn money, the employer needs a certificate of study. For a working student contract or short-term employment, proof of study is mandatory so that the employer and student can receive the tax benefits. The lower non-wage labor costs are often attractive for students. However, discounts on admission to cultural venues such as cinemas or museums are also attractive for students.
What is enrollment?
Enrolment refers to the enrolment of a person in a degree program at a college or university within the defined enrolment period. In the case of an admission-restricted degree program, e.g. due to Numerus Clausus, waiting semesters or entrance examinations, a student must first apply. If they are successful, they will receive a letter of admission, which they can then use to enrol.
What is exmatriculation?
If a student is removed from the list of students, also known as the matriculation register, or more precisely deleted, this person is considered exmatriculated. This usually takes place when the last examination is completed. The studies are then considered completed. However, there may also be other reasons for de-registration. The person is then no longer considered a student.
