Most public universities charge no tuition fees for international students, only a semester contribution fee.
Renowned for its strong STEM programs and cutting-edge research opportunities.
Excellent opportunities for internships and post-study employment in various industries.
A diverse student body and a welcoming atmosphere for international students.
International students can work 120 full days or 240 half days per year.
Opportunities to work in companies relevant to your field, often with reduced tax/social security contributions.
Learning some German can significantly enhance your job prospects during and after your studies.
Duration: 18 months after graduation.
Requirement: Valid degree from a German university, proof of funds, and health insurance.
Benefit: Allows graduates to stay in Germany to look for a job commensurate with their qualification.
Duration: Up to 4 years.
Requirement: Job offer with a certain salary threshold in a relevant field.
Benefit: Fast-track to permanent residency (after 21 or 33 months) for highly qualified professionals.
Germany's post-study work options offer a clear and supportive path to a career in Europe!
Choose programs based on your goals, budget, and career aspirations. Consider rankings, location, and specializations.
Provide DSH/TestDaF for German-taught programs or IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs.
Gather academic transcripts, CV, motivation letter, and other required documents. Some universities use Uni-Assist.
Apply directly to the university or via Uni-Assist. Pay any application fees if applicable.
Upon acceptance, you'll get an admission letter from the university.
Submit your visa application to the German embassy/consulate. Requires proof of financial resources (blocked account with approx. €11,208/year) and health insurance.
Upon arrival, enroll at the university and apply for a residence permit at the local Foreigners' Office.
Public Universities: €0/year (semester contribution approx. €100-€350)
Private Universities: €10,000 - €25,000+/year
Required Proof: Approx. €934/month (€11,208/year) for visa purposes.
Actual: €800 - €1,200/month (varies by city, e.g., Munich/Berlin are more expensive).
Average: €10,000 - €15,000/year for public universities.
Varies by: Location, personal lifestyle, and university type
TU Munich, RWTH Aachen, TU Berlin, TU Dresden, KIT, University of Stuttgart, Leibniz University Hannover, TU Darmstadt, TU Braunschweig
Heidelberg University, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Freie Universität Berlin, University of Freiburg