A Foundation that Builds Academic Bridges Across Europe.

Stiftung Europa-Kolleg Hamburg

Founded in 1953, Europa-Kolleg Hamburg is an international centre for research and academic exchange. It is run by the foundation Stiftung Europa-Kolleg Hamburg.

The purpose of the foundation is to promote academic research. In accordance with its statutes, it supports research, teaching and continuing education on the political, legal, social, economic, historical and cultural questions and challenges facing Europe, including their wider international contexts.

The foundation fulfils this purpose primarily through its support for the Institute for European Integration, including by providing the Institute with a dedicated building in Gross Flottbek. It is also involved in Master’s programmes and awards fellowships to visiting scholars at the Institute.

In addition, the foundation maintains residential facilities on its grounds in Gross Flottbek for international students and researchers as well as guests of the Institute. Together, the Institute and the residential facilities provide an institutional setting for interdisciplinary research and teaching on Europe and European affairs. They bring together research, academic exchange and international community life in one place, creating an intellectually stimulating environment for all members of the Europa-Kolleg community.

Guiding Prinicples

The foundation’s activities are guided by the following principles:

academic independence and high scholarly standards
interdisciplinary research and teaching
international academic exchange

close links between research, education and public dialogue
exchange between students and researchers from different countries and academic cultures

Through our work, we seek to contribute to:

promoting dialogue on the idea and future shape of Europe;
strengthening international understanding and solidarity; and
advancing human rights, safeguarding peace and promoting prosperity in Europe and around the world.

New version of the statutes of the Europa-Kolleg Hamburg Foundation dated September 4, 2025

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at Europa-Kolleg Hamburg

Community, living & learning
in a green environment

Europa-Kolleg Hamburg offers more than places to study and work — it combines international living with academic exchange in a green, urban environment.

Our buildings in Groß Flottbek combine modern, fully equipped apartments, numerous communal areas, and a lively international community. The university, research institutes, and the Elbe beach are all within easy reach. It is an inspiring place to meet, learn, and feel at home.

Find out more about the facilities, the residents, and how you can apply for a place online:

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