Apply for a Bachelor’s in Germany
Start directly at a university, gain cutting-edge knowledge and practical experience, and open up opportunities to live and work in Germany.
How to secure a Bachelor place in Germany
Follow StudyInFocus’ proven pathway. Start 12–24 months ahead: language, academics, GPA, motivation and practice to compete for top programmes.
- 1Planning12–24 months before start. Define profession and target universities — they drive your strategy, language and requirements.
- 2Preparation12–24 months before start. Language, subject prep, GPA, motivation/references/practice and finances — build them early to raise your ranking.
- 3Application6–9 months before start. Assemble a strong dossier, select programmes, pass internal checks and obtain offers.
- 4Enrolment1–3 months before start. Accept the offer, arrange visa and arrival, complete enrolment on time.
Why a Bachelor’s in Germany
The Bachelor’s is your first higher-education step: a recognised qualification and a gateway to the job market.
First degree
A recognised qualification and a gateway to the job market.
Language options
Programmes may be offered in German and/or English — choose the track that fits your profile.
Full integration
Language immersion, internships and student life help you integrate smoothly in Germany.
Scholarships & jobs
Scholarships, part-time work and paid internships can offset costs and build experience.
Key specifics & requirements
- Language
- Tracks in German and/or English. Typical thresholds: German B2–C2 and/or IELTS 5.5–7.0. Some fields are German-only.
- Programme profile
- Entry after 1–2 university semesters at home, after a 12-year profile school (selected countries) or after Studienkolleg is usually in the same or a related field. For a second degree, you may switch freely.
- Deadlines & process
- Decisions are commonly document-based. Intakes for summer and winter; typical deadlines: 1 April–15 July and 1 October–15 January. check your university
- Proof of funds
- For the visa, show living-cost funds via a blocked account, a German sponsor (Verpflichtungserklärung) or a scholarship.
Conditions vary by university, programme and your background. Check deadlines with your university.
Special cases
We tailor your admission strategy to your goals and starting point.
No German yet
Begin with language courses in Germany and apply thereafter.
OpenStudienkolleg
After Studienkolleg, entry is usually in the same or a related field.
OpenCareer choice
We start with German catalogues and labour-market trends to pick the right programme.
OpenLower GPA or creative fields
There are viable strategies even with a modest GPA; for artistic programmes we prepare portfolio and auditions.
OpenGuaranteed entry
Available in selected cases when conditions are met.
OpenWe'll guide you all the way to Germany
The Complete Admission Programme (UniApply) runs all 16 steps — from strategy to enrollment and your first steps on the ground.
a reference price for the entire cycle. The final cost depends on the scope of work: with a strong profile and less work involved it is lower. We will tell you your price at the eligibility interview.
Covers our work for the entire admission cycle. University/uni-assist fees, visa fees, insurance and the blocked account are paid separately.
Not ready for the Complete Programme?
Start with a single service — the payment is credited when you move up.
"100%" refers to the overall client base of the Complete programme — it is not an admission rate for a specific field.
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Banks, insurers, language schools and Studienkollegs at the finance and preparation stages. This is not a list of universities we place into.
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Frequently asked questions
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¹ Guarantee year. A repeat support cycle at no extra service fee — per the contract terms. Applies to the full package and admission to a public university. Not a guarantee of admission; the decision is made by the university/government body.
² 100%. Over the last 8 years among clients who chose the full programme. "2,000+ admitted" is counted across all clients — these are different bases.
³ What "to be confirmed" means. Specific values — cut-off grade/competition, required language level, exact exams and deadlines — depend on the federal state, university, programme and year, as well as on your profile and path. "To be confirmed" = we work it out for you, not "unknown".