Why Study in Germany?
What is the Study Bridge?
Extensive language and academic training to qualify students during high school to study in Germany through:
Language Courses and Exams up to Level B2/C1
Stays in Germany/ digital camps
Intercultural Training
STEM
Courses in German
Academic Counseling and Training
Exam Prep Courses
Advantages
Internationally recognized language
certificates
High quality, low cost studies directly after high school
Vibrant cultural scene and extracurricular programs on and off campus
Internationally renowned university degree after three years of study
Unique modular program
Group of students that share same interests and goals
Summer Courses in Germany
Global competence and intercultural understanding
Studying in Germany: What does it Cost?
Partner Universities
Ruhr Universität Bochum Technische Universität Dortmund Universität Duisburg Essen
Partner Unis
Modules: General Timeline
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Pre-Study Bridge | Jan.-September 2026 |
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| A1 and A2 Courses taking place. See website for exact dates. Start at your level. | Proof of A2 level required to start with Study Bridge B1 level |
B1 Module | | September 2026-May 2027 |
| B1 Language Course |
B2 Module | May 2026 | June 2026 | July 2026 | Nov. 2026 | Jan. 2027 | Feb. 2027 | Mar 2027 | Feb.-April 2027 | April 2027 |
| Application due | -Selection | -Summer Camp -B2 Language Course | STEM Module | -Finish B2 | TestDaF Prep | TestAS Prep | Take Exams | Fit for Your Studies and Intercultural Training |
Application to Universities in May/June 2026 for the current 2025 B2 Group.
2025 B1 Students begin B2 in June 2026 and apply to universities in 2027.
Where do I fit in or start?
Freshman: Apply online to join the Study Bridge at a language level of their choosing.
Sophomore: Apply online to join the Study Bridge at a language level of their choosing.
Junior: You can either: Apply to start at the A2 level
and consider taking a “gap” year after high school. Or test out of B1 German and enter the program in the B2 Module.
Senior: You can test into Module 4 and take a “gap” year to finish the program.
Program Costs and Stipends
Online Language
Courses Level A1.1, A1.2, A1.3
Online Language Courses and Exam Level A2.1, A2.2, A2.3
Online Language Course and Exam Level B1
Includes all 4 sections of B1 plus advising
Online Language Course and Exam Level B2 |
STEM Courses in German |
Summer Course in Germany-2 Weeks |
Digital Summer Course-Possible alternative |
Exam Prep Courses TestDaF and TestAS
Fit für das Studium
Intercultural Training
$607/course
Study Bridge Rate
$607/course
Study Bridge Rate
$2080
$5000
+ Stipends available for each Module
Cost Comparison with American Universities
$35,000
$30,000
$25,000
$20,000
$15,000
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$5,000
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Cost Comparison
SB Costs
Avg. U.S. Tuition
Avg. U.S. in-state Tuition
Who Can Apply?
High School Students who:
Germany
Online Application Form:
goethe.de/usa/studybridge
Deadline: Rolling-A1 and A2
July 2026 for B1
June 2026 for B2
Documents:
How to apply
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Danke für Ihre Aufmerksamkeit!
Questions?