Study tuition-free in Germany (Deggendorf)
There is now a FREE alternative to exchange programs - and American colleges! And you don䀀t need to be fluent in German to participate.
A new program aimed at English-speaking students makes it easier for Americans to study in Germany. The German government is supporting the efforts of globally-oriented universities to attract foreign students. Because relatively few foreign applicants are proficient in German, and because English language proficiency is required of its graduates, Deggendorf University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule Deggendorf) will offer the first two years of its four year bachelor's degree programs in English. Students are expected to improve their German proficiency during this time through interaction with German students and culture, working in German companies, and though supplementary intensive German language courses.
Before beginning the final two years of study foreign students must pass a German language proficiency exam. . Upon successful completion of the program students will be awarded a bachelors degree. Students who elect to leave the program earlier will receive American style transcripts to facilitate the transfer of credits to American (or other foreign) colleges and universities.
Although the program is oriented toward recent high school graduates, applicants who have already earned college credits are eligible for advanced placement. Motivation and the potential for German language proficiency and success in the program weigh more heavily in the selection criteria than current demonstrated German language proficiency. This means a good high school graduate with two or three years of German as well as a college student with one year of German could be accepted.
Deggendorf is a state-supported university offering degrees in business administration and electrical, mechanical and civil engineering. There is currently no charge for tuition.
For more information visit www.FH-deggendorf.de or write to jack.bauersachs@FH-deggendorf.de.