The University of Stuttgart stands for excellence in research and teaching within an environment that actively promotes diversity and supports families. Whether in university studies, research, or administration, we create an environment that supports individual life plans and fosters personal growth. In this way, the university becomes a place where talented individuals can realize their potential and thrive in the long term.
Balancing work, studies, and family life is an integral part of the university’s strategy. We are consistently working toward our goal of ensuring that all employees and students can better achieve and live out this balance.
Prof. Peter Middendorf, Rector of the University of Stuttgart
Information on balancing work or university studies with family responsibilities
Whether you work or study at the University of Stuttgart, we are committed to helping you balance family life with work or university studies. Our websites provide information and support services to help you manage everyday family life.
Recognized as a family-friendly university
The University of Stuttgart has been certified as a “family-friendly university” since 2012. In 2022, it received the “family-friendly university with distinction” certification, which must be renewed every three years. Most recently, the University of Stuttgart successfully completed the 2025 review process. By participating in the certification program, the University of Stuttgart commits to continually improving its action plan. Key areas include family- and life-stage-conscious leadership, balancing work and caregiving, diversity of lifestyles, generational management, and internationalization.
Additional services for university families
As family, the University of Stuttgart understands all life partnerships which take on long-term social responsibility, including parents and children, life partners, siblings, grandparents, as well as relatives needing care.
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Inken de Wit
Dipl. oec.Uni & Family
Julia König
B.A.Uni & Family