Prepare for university with Studienkolleg

If your qualification does not yet meet German university entry requirements, Studienkolleg bridges the gap. We assess your route, match the right course and manage the application.

Do I need Studienkolleg?

Direct admission
Who it's for
Your qualification already meets German admission requirements
Time
Apply now
Exam
University entry requirements only
German
Usually B2 to C1, depending on the program
Then
Start your university application
Studienkolleg
Who it's for
Your qualification needs a foundation year first
Time
About one year, then the final exam
Exam
Entrance exam, then the Feststellungsprüfung
German
Usually B1 to B2 to enter
Then
After the exam, apply to university

Not sure which route applies to you? We confirm your qualification and the right route with you.

Start application

What we handle

You provide your background and documents. We confirm the right route and manage the next steps.

  1. 1

    Assess your route

    We check your qualification and confirm whether you need Studienkolleg.

  2. 2

    Match the right course

    We identify the M, T, W or G/S course that fits your intended degree.

  3. 3

    Review your plan and fee

    We confirm the course, service scope and fee before you continue.

  4. 4

    Enroll and prepare

    We coordinate enrollment and help you prepare for the entrance exam and the Feststellungsprüfung.

  5. 5

    Continue to university

    After your result, we prepare and manage your university application.

What is the Feststellungsprüfung?

The FSP is the official assessment exam at the end of the Studienkolleg year. Passing it qualifies you to apply to German universities in your subject area.

The four courses

M

M-Kurs

For Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine.

T

T-Kurs

For Engineering, Natural Sciences, Mathematics and technical fields.

W

W-Kurs

For Business, Economics, Social Sciences and Law.

G/S

G/S-Kurs

For Humanities, Languages, Cultural Studies and related degrees.

Which course should I choose?

The course matches your intended degree: M for medical, T for technical and sciences, W for economics and social sciences, G/S for humanities. We help you pick the right one.

What you need to join

German level

German, usually B1 to B2 to enter. Proof required.

Entrance exam

Pass the Studienkolleg entrance exam for your course.

Documents

Academic certificates, transcripts, passport and other required documents.

What German level do I need?

Usually B1 to B2 to enter, and you strengthen it during the year. The exact level depends on the Studienkolleg and course.

Confirm your route to university

Share your background and documents. We will identify the right path and explain the next steps.