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Germany is the second-largest overseas study destination in the world, second only to the United States. The education system here is a testament to the times. Universities like Heidelberg University have developed the modern education that we receive today.
Living and studying in Germany is like learning to experience the prestigious urban lifestyle and enjoy the diversity, sophistication, civic infrastructure, and social exchange while enjoying the beautiful but modern and delicious food with the most vibrant surrounding people.
German universities are ranked among the best international universities in the world. In terms of life and career, the status of an affiliate is highly valued by employers around the world. A sustainable future career will undoubtedly ensure the future of the students.
While higher education is becoming a necessity due to the growing demand for highly qualified specialists and the rising cost of higher education, Germany is the only place where universities do not receive tuition fees.
The decision, which came into force in October 2014, states that all international students studying at public universities in Germany will be exempt from paying the normal tuition fee. International students only have to pay a few administrative expenses, such as student contributions, student union fees, and public transportation tickets, for a total of about 250 Euros per semester.
According to a survey we conducted in 2018, 35.3% of prospective international students in Germany cited campus universities as the main reason for their studies in higher education in Germany.
With most of its public universities free of charge, Germany is becoming one of the best places to study for students around the world. To help you find the right educational institution to study in Germany, we have compiled a list of the best universities that ranked first in the QS World University Rankings 2022:
| Name of the University | QS World University Rankings 2022 |
| Technical University of Munich | 50 |
| Heidelberg University | 63 |
| Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich | 64 |
| Free University Berlin | 127 |
| Humboldt University of Berlin | 128 |
| Karlsruhe Institute of Technology | 136 |
| Technical University of Berlin | 159 |
| RWTH Aachen University | 165 |
| University of Freiburg | 172 |
| University of Tubingen | 177 |
These are other famous German universities. The list of universities listed below offers some courses in English:
As about 16 public universities in the country exempt students from paying any tuition fees, students in Germany only have to pay for the minimum administration and various fees. If you choose a private university to study in Germany because the eligibility criteria for public institutions are very complex and demanding, the average tuition fee can drop somewhere around 20,10,000 INR for undergraduate programs and 30,90,000 INR for postgraduate courses. Some of the major public universities that you can choose to take for free tuition are:
In addition, housing and other expenses are completely avoided. Taking into account Numbeo’s calculations, the cost of living in Germany is around € 730.28 [48,087 INR] (in the city center) and € 541, 52 [48,087 INR] (outside the city center), and transportation costs are around € 5,420 per month (monthly). Munich is considered to be the city with the highest cost of living, while Aachen is the lowest in terms of rent, food, and other basic utility index offered by Numbeo. The country also requires applicants to obtain health insurance that is registered with an educational institution in the country. In the case of health insurance coverage, you have to pay 80 € (7100 INR) per month.
Although the specific eligibility requirements vary mainly according to the course and university you have chosen, there are some general requirements that you must meet when applying to study in Germany. The general requirements for students wishing to study in Germany are:
The application process for studying in Germany is a very simple process. Below we describe in detail the process from choosing a program to applying to the university of your choice.
The first step to realizing your dream of studying in Germany is to research the programs in your field of interest and offer the best universities. You should carefully study the available courses available in German educational institutions at least three months before you apply for admission. Since this is an important decision and the first step in realizing your dream of studying abroad, you should also seek guidance from foreign education consultants on which courses and universities are best suited to your interests and preferences and make a decision accordingly
Once you’ve chosen a program as well as a university, the next thing to do is pass the eligibility criteria and other requirements. Collect all required documents, such as academic transcripts, entrance exam scores (if applicable), ID or passport, SOP, as well as LORs (if applicable). You should also check the language requirements as there are many German language courses that will ask you to offer German language proficiency scores like DSH or TestDaf or if you choose an English language program then you will need to score offer English as IELTS. , TOEFL, and so on.
Once you’ve chosen a program as well as a university, the next thing to do is pass the eligibility criteria and other requirements. Collect all required documents, such as academic transcripts, entrance exam scores (if applicable), ID or passport, SOP, as well as LORs (if applicable). You should also check the language requirements as there are many German language courses that will ask you to offer German language proficiency scores like DSH or TestDaf or if you choose an English language program then you will need to score offer English as IELTS. , TOEFL, and so on.
Before submitting your application to the university, you should double-check all the requirements and documents required to complete the application process. You can apply directly on the university’s website or there is a centralized DAAD admission portal where you can apply for a variety of courses, although it is not available for all universities. So, you need to check once whether your chosen university is available on this portal and then complete the application process.
Admission is conducted by German universities twice a year, ie in the winter or summer semester. Although the actual application period may vary from one university to another, the general admissions for study in Germany are:
In addition, it is recommended that you submit your application at least 6 weeks before the actual deadline so that if any corrections or additions are needed, you can take care of it. You can expect to receive an official acceptance or rejection about a month or two after the deadline.
After receiving the admission letter, you will need to purchase the health insurance that is required to apply for a student visa. To study in Germany, every foreign student must have health insurance, but if you are a student of an EU country or EEA, then you can use your country’s state health insurance under the social security agreement that you must pass. If you are a non-EU / EU citizen, then you should get health insurance, which costs around 80 Euros and 160 Euros [about 7,100 INR-14,220 INR] and is even higher if you are over 30. Once you have determined your health insurance requirements, you can proceed to prepare your application for a German student visa along with housing care.
To make the study experience abroad more economical and accessible for international students, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) uses a number of scholarships to help graduate students earn enough money. Along with DAAD scholarships, you can also choose from other financial aid plans offered to international students to realize your German dream, and some of them are:
When applying for a study visa in Germany, it is important that you know about the types of study visas that are available for different purposes. There are basically three types of German study visas.
To start the process of obtaining a visa to study in Germany, you need to contact the German embassy or consulate in your country. Additionally, if you have successfully accepted a German educational institution, you can start your student visa application with an admission letter or entrance exam scores (determined by the institution of your choice) or if you do not have any of these two, then you can choose instead of a potential student visa.
A student visa is valid for three months and can be extended for up to six months if you enroll in an educational institution or take a basic course or any German language preparation program within six months. It is also recommended that you start applying for a visa as soon as possible and that you can also apply for a residence permit to study after residing in the country with a potential student visa.
After collecting the above documents, you can start the application process for a German student visa, which is described below:
To obtain a student visa to study in Germany, you must contact the nearest German embassy or consulate in your country and learn more about the process. Make an appointment for a visa interview. If there is no German Embassy in your country, then you should contact the German Embassy or Consulate of a neighboring country or find an application center to which the German authorities have outsourced visa applications.
Prior to the visa interview, make sure you have all the visa application documents required for approval. You can also ask the German Embassy to provide you with a specific list of documents according to your visa application.
Review your application for the course and university you have chosen to study in Germany and look for visa interview questions to prepare for them in advance. You must also have proof of payment before appearing for a student visa interview.
After obtaining a German student visa, you will be required to obtain a student residence permit when entering the country. To do this, you will need to register your address in Germany at the nearest Immigration Office and then make an appointment with the nearest Immigration Office to confirm your student residence permit. Here are the key indicators you need to know after obtaining a student residence permit:
Although public universities offer tuition-free programs, there is an administrative fee of 100-350 EUR (approximately 8,260 INR- 28,910 INR) per semester. In addition, private universities can pay anywhere from an estimated cost of approximately IN10, 000 INR for undergraduate courses and INR 30.90,000 for postgraduate courses.
You can choose from a wide range of courses offered by German public universities that offer quality education at no cost. There are about 300 public universities in Germany that offer free education with a minimum administrative fee per semester.
The documents you will usually need to apply for a study program in Germany are:
Yes, there are many well-known German universities that offer English language courses, and some of these institutions, including Hochschule Mannheim, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Berlin International University of Applied Sciences, and so on.
Yes, there is a number of English language programs offered by German universities that you can choose from. In addition, English is also one of the foreign languages in the country, followed by French and Spanish.
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