As part of the Erasmus+ program, a group of at least 2 students can participate in a short-term stay abroad at another school. These trips, accompanied by their teachers, can last from 2 to 30 days.

To take part in such a program, the school must submit an application under the Erasmus+ program. More details on the website: Anefore.lu

The School Education Gateway portal provides information and tools for schools and teachers to prepare an Erasmus+ application.

Luxembourg offers an inter-regional exchange program for students in grades 7, 6, 5 and 4. The Schuman program enables students to stay with a family from the Greater Region for 2 weeks (Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland, and Belgium), and in turn host a student from the Greater Region for 2 weeks.

Conditions 

• Live with the host family for 2 weeks;
• Be a high school student in classes 7ᵉ, 6ᵉ, 5ᵉ, 4ᵉ ;
• Be a Luxemburgish citizen;
• Leave during the indicated periods.

The application form (in French and German) must be completed by the student and submitted to the Schuman tutor at his/her high school by November at the latest.

Find out more from your high school’s Schuman tutor or on the men.lu website.

A study abroad program allows you to attend secondary school classes in a foreign country, whether within Europe or in more distant destinations like the United States, a popular choice.

Exchange students often stay with a host family, offering a full immersion experience that enhances language learning and cultural understanding.

Conditions 

• Be between 14 and 18 years old (some providers require a minimum age of 15).
• Participation fees vary according to country, duration, and services included.

Here is a selection of service providers:

• Afs
• Ispa
• Silc
• Wep

The Academic Year in America (AYA) program, run by the American Institute For Foreign Study Foundation, allows you to spend a school year (5 or 10 months) in a U.S. high school while living with an American host family.

Conditions 

• Be aged 15 to 18.5 at the start of the program.
• Have studied English for at least 3 years. An interview and English test are mandatory to process your application.
• Complete a minimum ELTIS score of 220 (Learn more about ELTIS).
• Demonstrate genuine motivation.
• Maintain a minimum grade average of C+ in all academic subjects, including English.
• Provide a letter of recommendation from your English teacher.

Schools

The program selects high-quality high schools.

Deadlines

Submit your application by March 1st for the first semester or October 1st for the second semester.

Costs and terms

• 10-month stay: $7,600
• 5-month stay: $7,000
• These amounts are indicative and may vary according to the type of accommodation, the activities chosen and the city.

Important: the destination city and school are determined by AYA, not by you.

Further information by contacting ANIJ, official partner of AIFS in Luxembourg.

The touteleurope.eu website provides an overview of university tuition fees in various European countries.

For more detailed information, refer to the publication “National student fee and support systems in European higher education.”

The European student card allows you to identify yourself securely at higher education establishments in the European Union and to register for their courses.

With the same student card, you can, throughout Europe :

• access university libraries and borrow books,
• pay for various student services
• enjoy discounts on cultural activities.

Try it

As a Luxembourgish student, you are also a European student. This means you have access to:

• Higher education opportunities across Europe,
• Simplified application processes,
• Easier equivalences thanks to ECTS credits.

Get informed

Meng Studien is aimed at high school students, future students, current students, and those who wish to resume higher education.

• Study opportunities in Luxembourg and abroad,
• Managing state financial aid for higher education. You can use their simulator o estimate the amount you may be eligible for.

The Student Fair, held annually in October/November, is the perfect place to gather information about studying abroad. Universities, higher education institutions, and student associations are present to inform you about their programs, admission requirements, and student life in different university cities.

For details on administrative procedures for a specific country, you can contact that country’s embassy.

Useful websites to find your institution:

• Education and Training:A portal by the European Commission to access higher education websites across EU countries.
• Study in Europe: This website (in English) lets you search for study programs across the EU.
• Study Portals : Find programs worldwide based on your field of study (in English).
• Europe.study. allows you to take language, computer, and mathematics courses online, free of charge.
• U-Multirank : Compare universities according to your needs using an independent ranking system initially funded by Erasmus+ (in English).

Websites to help you find master’s programs:

• Keystone Masterstudies ;
• FindAMasters (english).

Get your qualifications recognized

The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System  (ECTS) is a credit system developed by the European Union to compare study programs across EU countries. It facilitates the recognition of university qualifications and study periods abroad, making it easier for students to move between countries.

For more information, contact the national Enic-Naric network office or the office of the country where you want to study.

Financing your studies

In addition to state financial aid in Luxembourg, you can benefit from scholarships:

• Many embassies offer scholarships to help students pursue studies in their respective countries. For more information, contact the embassy of your destination country.
• Depending on your field of study, you may qualify for private scholarships, such as those from the Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst for Germany or the Fulbright Program or the United States. Find more scholarships like these on the website Meng Studien
• Find other scholarships of this type on the Meng Studien website.
• The European Funding Guide platform helps you find scholarships or grants to finance your higher education.
• The European Funding Guide platform helps you find scholarships or grants to finance your higher education.

The Student Universal Support Ireland (SUS)I is Ireland’s national authority for awarding higher education and training grants. It is an established service unit that supports students by helping them finance their education. SUSI provides funding to eligible students for full-time approved undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as for those studying in the UK or the EU.

All students can apply as long as they meet the eligibility criteria. SUSI’s goal is to empower students and enable them to continue their education by providing financial assistance.

Eligibility criteria

To qualify, you must:

• Be a citizen of Ireland, the EU, the EEA, the UK, or Switzerland, or hold a specific residence permit issued by the Department of Justice;
• Have lived in Ireland, the EU, the EEA, the UK, or Switzerland for three of the last five years;
• Be enrolled in an approved course at a recognized institution and pursuing full-time studies;
• Have an income that meets the set thresholds.

How to apply

• Check your eligibility: SUSI’s website offers a tool to help you determine if you qualify and at what level of funding.
• Create an account: Once your eligibility is confirmed, register on the SUSI student portal.
• Submit your application: Complete the online form and upload the required documents.
• Track your application: SUSI will review your information and notify you once your application has been processed and a decision made.

The European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) encourages students interested in promoting career opportunities within EU institutions and agencies to become EU Careers Student Ambassadors.

As an ambassador, you will:

• Share information about careers in EU institutions,
• Organize presentations,
• Attend job fairs,
• Regularly report on your activities,
• Manage one or more social media accounts,
• Be the point of contact for any questions regarding job opportunities in the European public service.

Conditions  

• Be a citizen of the European Union,
• Have excellent proficiency in English and a language of your country of study,
• Be available for the mandatory training day,
• Be enrolled and present at university for the full duration of your ambassador mission (12 months).
• Be enrolled in a partner university.

During your studies, you can benefit from an Erasmus+ grant to take courses at a higher education institution abroad.

Studying abroad helps you strengthen your language and intercultural skills, while developing skills that go far beyond theoretical knowledge.

Duration and mobility options

• Starting from your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), you can do a study stay abroad for a period of 2 to 12 months (provided you are in at least your second year of studies).
• You can also combine your stay period abroad with a practical internship for a total duration of up to 12 months.
• Any study period abroad can include a hybrid mobility, which combines physical mobility with a virtual component.

Conditions

To participate in a study period abroad with Erasmus+, you must:

• Be enrolled in a higher education institution with an Erasmus+ Charter,
• Include this study period in your academic programme, ensuring it contributes to your degree and personal development,
• Make sure your sending institution and the host institution sign a partnership agreement.

Financial support

• The Erasmus+ grant covers your travel and living expenses.
• The amount of the grant can vary depending on:
  • The cost of living difference between your home and destination countries,
  • The geographical distance between the countries.
• The exact amounts are detailed in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide.

Additional financial aid may be granted to disadvantaged students or students with physical or mental disabilities or health problems.  

Steps to take

Contact the international relations office at your institution to explore Erasmus+ opportunities available to you.

• Contact your school’s international relations department to find out what opportunities are available.
• Start preparing your application at least one year in advance.

For further details, refer to the Erasmus+ Programme Guide or visit Anefore.lu

Discover the Erasmus+ App

The Erasmus+ App is your companion for managing your Erasmus+ mobility project. It helps with administrative procedures and provides tools to improve your language skills through the Erasmus+ Online Linguistic Support platform.

The Erasmus+ App is available on the Play Store and Apple Store.

You have a disability and would like to study abroad? The Inclusive Mobility application can help you identify higher education establishments in Europe that respect accessibility and inclusion.

Financial support with Erasmus+

The Erasmus+ program offers additional funding for participants with disabilities, on top of the regular Erasmus+ mobility grant. Check with your national Erasmus+ agency for more information.

Google Scholarship for Computer Science and Technology Students

If you’re studying computer science or technology, you can apply for a Google scholarship. This grant allows you to continue your studies at another European university for a year.

Making travel easier with the European Disability Card

To make it easier for people with disabilities to travel between European countries, the European Union is working on a reciprocal recognition system through the introduction of a European Disability Card.

The University of Luxembourg has signed student exchange agreements with other universities, giving you the opportunity to spend a semester at a university outside the European Union.

Conditions

• be registered in a bachelor’s or master’s program at the University of Luxembourg,
• for the semester abroad, you pay only the registration fees of the University of Luxembourg, regardless of your destination university.

For more information or to consult the list of partner universities, visit the University of Luxembourg website.

The Association des états généraux des étudiants de l’Europe (AEGEE) is the largest interdisciplinary student association in Europe.

To promote cultural exchange and overcome prejudices, AEGEE organizes Summer Universities every year, lasting between 2 and 4 weeks. During these events, participants can:

• Learn a foreign language,
• Acquire technical and academic knowledge and skills,
• Take part in cultural activities like sightseeing, hiking, or folk dance classes,
• Explore concrete themes related to European integration, international politics, active citizenship, education, the environment, personal development, and more.

Conditions 

• Be between 18 and 35 years old,
• Be a member of AEGEE,
• Pay the participation fee, on average €140 for two weeks, which covers accommodation and food, as well as other expenses incurred during the event;
• Cover the cost of round-trip travel.

For more information about the Summer Universities, visit the official AEGEE website.

The World Nomads platform organizes an annual writing competition open to aspiring reporters from all over the world, regardless of their country of origin, as long as they are over 18 years old. Winners receive a fully funded travel scholarship to explore a country and participate in a masterclass with a renowned reporter.

Erasmus Mundus joint Masters are high-level study programmes designed and delivered by an international partnership of at least three higher education institutions from three different countries.

These master’s programmes allow you to pursue your studies or research in at least two countries different from your country of residence, offering a unique academic and cultural experience.