Become an ICM Mentee
New to the University of Freiburg and eager for guidance? Start strong with ICM and become a mentee! Let a mentor be your guide.
Registration is already open! The matching will take place in Sept. and early Oct. 2025.
Who can be a mentee?
All international degree-seeking students who start their studies at the University of Freiburg in WS 25/26 can be a mentee. Please complete your matriculation first, then you may join ICM as a mentee.
Benefits for mentees
By becoming a mentee, you'll be starting your uni experience on the right foot. A mentor will be assigned to you according to subject of study (when possible) to provide you with regular support and advice.
Benefits include:
- A personal contact who can help you understand the culture around student life and living in Germany to quickly settle down in Freiburg
- Support with information for everyday issues. E.g. buying tram tickets, where to get your uni card
- Expanding your social network by meeting with German and international students from all over the world
- Insight into the structure of the university
- The opportunity to take part in additional workshops hosted by ICM to develop your intercultural, communicative and social competences
- The opportunity to take part in inspiring and fun social events
- Enhancement of your CV with a certificate recognizing successful participation as a mentee
Requirements for mentees
- Meet face-to-face at least twice with your mentor during the semester
- Attend the kick-off event and the closing event
- Be reliable and on time when meeting with your mentor and prepare your own topics in advance
- Be open to share your cultural experiences with others
- Complete the final reflection at the end of the semester