Study in Germany

• University of Europe for Applied Sciences
• MDH University of Applied Sciences
• Schiller University
• SRH University
• Whitecliffe University and more!

• Two major intakes a year — winter (September/October) and summer (March/April).
• Most students apply 6–9 months ahead, because visa slots, not universities, are the bottleneck.
• We shortlist programmes that match your grades, budget and career plan. We assess whether your diploma or degree qualifies, and flag early if you'll need a foundation year.

The part everyone stresses about. Let us take it.

• You'll need a national (Type D) student visa from the German Embassy or Consulate before you fly.
• We prepare the file, book the appointment, and mock-interview you until you're bored of your own answers.

Housing is the single hardest part of arriving in Germany — not because it's expensive, but because it's competitive. Berlin doesn't wait for you to land.

A session (or three) with us before you fly, covering:

• Documents to hand-carry — passport and visa, admission letter, blocked account confirmation, insurance certificate, original transcripts, accommodation proof, passport photos. Never in checked luggage.
• Money — activating your blocked account, opening a German current account, how the monthly release actually works.
• First 30 days checklist — airport to accommodation, address registration, residence permit appointment, university enrolment, SIM card, public transport pass.
• Packing that makes sense — what's cheap in Germany (almost everything) versus what you'll miss (your own spices, your own medication, a good coat by October).
• Culture and climate briefing — punctuality is not a suggestion, Sundays are closed, recycling has rules, and winter is darker than you expect. Better to hear it from us than learn it the hard way.
• Airport pickup and arrival coordination, where available.

A degree that comes with a runway. Germany doesn't just let you study — it wants you to stay.

While you study:

• Non-EU students can work 140 full days or 280 half days per calendar year without approval from the Federal Employment Agency, or up to 20 hours a week during lecture periods and without restriction during semester breaks.
• University assistant and tutoring roles generally don't count toward that limit, and neither do mandatory internships or thesis placements.
• After you graduate: An 18-month post-study job seeker permit (§20 AufenthG), which you can apply for as soon as your final results confirm graduation. During that window you can work any job, full-time or part-time, while you search.

Cheaper than you think. Plan it anyway.

• The German government's own benchmark is €992 per month (as of 2026) — that's the figure your blocked account of €11,904 is built around, and a realistic baseline outside the priciest cities.
• In practice most students land between €850 and €1,400 per month all-in. Munich, Frankfurt, and Hamburg sit at the top of that range.
• Rent is the big variable: a room in shared housing or a student hall runs roughly €250–€700 per month depending on the city. Big-city landlords also ask for a deposit of two to three months' rent.
• Health insurance is mandatory and non-negotiable: public student insurance runs roughly €110–€150 per month for students under 30 and covers doctors, hospitals, prescriptions, and mental health care.
• The Deutschlandticket (€63 per month in 2026) gives you unlimited local and regional transport across the whole country — many universities subsidise it further through the semester fee.
• Groceries from Aldi, Lidl, or Rewe keep food around €150–€250 per month if you cook. Eating out is where budgets quietly die.
• Part-time work helps: Germany's minimum wage is €13.90 per hour in 2026, and typical student jobs pay €12–€15.
• Figures shift year to year. We confirm live numbers with you before you commit to anything.

• Do I need to speak German? Not for English-taught programmes.
• How much money do I need to show for the visa? €11,904 in a German Blocked Account (as of 2026).
• Can I work while studying? Yes. Since March 2024, the annual allowance for non-EU students is 140 full days or 280 half days (20hrs per week on average).
• Can I stay after graduation? Yes — you can apply for an 18-month job seeker permit with unlimited work rights while you look.
• Is a private university degree recognised? Yes, when the institution is state-recognised and the programme accredited. We only work with institutions that are.
• Can I bring my family? Dependent visas are possible but require additional financial proof. We'll assess your case individually.
• What if my visa is refused? We review what went wrong and rebuild the application. Otherwise, your tuition fees and blocked account money are fully refundable.
• How early should I start? Nine months before your intended intake. Six is doable. Three is a scramble.