University Archives and Custody

As the historical memory of one of the oldest universities in Germany and the Baltic region, the Rostock University Archive preserves more than 3,000 metres of documents from the time of its foundation to the present day.


Finding Aids

The extensive holdings of the University Archives can be searched online.


Rostock Matriculation Portal

The Rostock Matriculation Portal (MPR) lists more than 250,00 people who have been enrolled at the University of Rostock since 1419.
A targeted search by name and place of origin is possible. Permalink, digital copy of the entry in the register book, interactive map, GND link and comment function round off the service.


Catalogus Professorum Rostochiensium

The Catalogus Professorum Rostochiensium (CPR) lists more than 2,500 professors who have taught at the University of Rostock since 1419.


 A specific search by name is possible. The advanced search also offers extensive research options. In addition to bigraphic information, the entries also contain images and references to sources, some of which are also available as digital copies. Permalink and GND links round off the offer.