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Why Study in Germany?

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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

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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

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Studying in Germany: What does it Cost?

  • Tuition-free programs

  • Semester fee (about $350)

  • Average cost of living: about $1000/month (covering food, housing, books, entertainment and other necessities)

  • Scholarship Programs offered

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Partner Universities

  • Universitätsallianz Ruhr

Ruhr Universität Bochum Technische Universität Dortmund Universität Duisburg Essen

  • RWTH Aachen

  • Universität Bonn

  • Universität Bauhaus Weimar

  • Europa Universität Viadrina

  • Universität Siegen

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Partner Unis

  • Ruhr-Uni Bochum
  • TU Dortmund
  • Uni Duisburg-Essen
  • Uni Bonn
  • RWTH Aachen Uni
  • Uni Siegen
  • Europa Uni Viadrina – Frankfurt (Oder)
  • Bauhaus Uni Weimar

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Modules: General Timeline

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Pre-Study Bridge

Jan.-September

2026

 

 

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.

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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.

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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

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Cost Comparison with American Universities

$35,000

$30,000

$25,000

$20,000

$15,000

$10,000

$5,000

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Cost Comparison

SB Costs

Avg. U.S. Tuition

Avg. U.S. in-state Tuition

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Who Can Apply?

High School Students who:

  • have strong interest in STEM and Economic Science subjects and German

  • are highly motivated to study in

Germany

  • have their parental consent

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Online Application Form: 

goethe.de/usa/studybridge 

Deadline: Rolling-A1 and A2

July 2026 for B1

June 2026 for B2

Documents:

  • Online Form
  • Parental Consent
  • Proof of Language Skills
  • Transcript
  • Reference Teacher
  • Reference Parent
  • Resume
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of extracurricular activities (if applicable)

How to apply

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www.goethe.de/usa/studybridge

us-studybridge@goethe.de

Danke für Ihre Aufmerksamkeit!

Questions?