Will I lose my admission if I cannot submit an exmatriculation certificate before my final exam results are out?
You will not automatically lose your admission if your exmatriculation certificate is delayed by pending final results. Contact your new university's admissions office immediately, request a deadline extension, and ask about provisional enrollment so you can start classes while your current university finishes grading your final exams.
You will not lose your new admission simply because your exmatriculation certificate is delayed, as long as you act quickly and keep your new university informed. Do not exmatriculate from your current university before your final results are published, since that strips your student status before your grades are even confirmed.
What to Do Right Now
| Action | Who You Contact | What You Ask For |
|---|---|---|
| Request extension | New university registrar | Extra time to submit final papers |
| Provide proof | Current examination office | Letter confirming exams are complete |
| Ask for provisional slot | New university admissions | Attend classes while results process |
Why the Timing Rule Exists
- German public universities generally do not allow parallel enrollment in two degree programs.
- Exmatriculating too early removes your current university's authority to grade or certify you.
- Provisional enrollment usually comes with a grace period cutoff, often in late October or November.
My Advice
Email your new university's Studierendensekretariat this week, attach your current enrollment certificate and a letter from your exam office confirming completed papers, and directly ask for provisional enrollment with a grace period. Getting this in writing early protects your seat far better than waiting until the deadline is close.
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