Welcome to the SUAS Housing Team!
Weʼre excited to have you at Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences and are here to assist with your accommodation. Please read the following important information carefully to ensure a smooth move-in process.
Important Notes
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Arrival Timing: Avoid arriving on weekends or after 13:00 (1:00 PM). If you do, consider staying overnight in your arrival city or booking temporary accommodation.
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Temporary Stay: We recommend booking a 3-5 day stay in Schmalkalden or nearby cities to complete the housing process.
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Do Not Go Directly to the WGS Office: Always check in with the Housing Team first. Visiting WGS on your own means we will not be able to assist or guide you through the apartment process. This may result in delays or complications in securing your accommodation. To ensure a smooth experience, please wait for our guidance, this step is essential.
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Enrollment Certificate: Bring a valid enrollment certificate, available via QIS or the SUAS Incoming App.
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Deposit Payment: A deposit of €300 per each person is requested.
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Exchange Students: Must prepay 6 months' rent in advance.
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Group Placement: You will be grouped with 3-4 students for flat registration.
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Payment Methods:
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Rent must be paid by card or cash.
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The Deposit must be paid by card or cash.
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Google Form & SUAS Incoming App: Complete the required forms and check the app for further details.
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No Immediate Accommodation Guarantee: While we strive to assist, accommodation availability depends on current demand.
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Housing Info Sheet: Refer to the provided sheet for details on rental prices, locations, and deposit conditions.
Housing Team Process
- Arrival & Documentation – Arrive at the designated location before 13:00 (1:00 PM) with all required documents.
- Group Formation – You will be placed in a group of 3-4 students for flat registration.
- Document Collection – The Housing Team will assist with preparing all necessary paperwork for Wohnungsgenossenschaft Schmalkalden e. G. (WGS).
- WGS Registration & Payment – You will be guided to WGS for contract signing and payment.
- Key Handover & Move-In – Once everything is finalized, youʼll receive your apartment keys and move in!
Need Assistance
We know that finding housing in a new city can be challenging, but donʼt worry— weʼre here to help! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the Housing Team.
We look forward to welcoming you to Schmalkalden and wish you a great experience at SUAS!
Best regards,
Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences
Housing Team
io-housing(at)hs-schmalkalden.de
Please note: All of your Inquiries will be answered via E-Mail. Personal Assistance is only available during the aforementioned schedules.