Germany

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If you’re a Philippine passport-holder, you’re going to need a student visa to attend school in Germany. The process involves:

1. Completing the online application form
2. Gathering all the required documents

Note that you can’t start processing your student visa until you get accepted by a school in the Germany. For the full list of details, please visit the German embassy website or contact the German embassy in Manila.
 

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Although German is the native language of Germany, most colleges offer courses in English. However, every foreign student is required to submit proof that they are proficient in German through a German Language University Entrance Examination for Foreign Applicants (DSH), or a Test of German as a Foreign Language (TestDaF) if they wish to study in German.

If you’re worried about your English language proficiency, check out our partner language centers that can help you improve your skills!

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Germany is the third most attractive country for foreign students. Aside from having internationally recognized degrees and exceptional facilities and curricula, public schools offer free education for everyone!

All 400 universities in Germany are “tuition free”, as they are all funded by the state. The German government has also been pushing for free college education for the whole of Germany in the past decade, and this might become reality in the near future.

German universities also offer many of its courses in English for international students like you! Along with its world-class education, graduating from a German institution instantly gives you countless job opportunities there, and elsewhere. The government also gives you 18 months to look for one within the country.
 

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Schools in Germany offer many undergraduate and graduate programs in every academic field. After deciding (1) What your career goals are and (2) What academic programs can help you achieve those goals, it's time to do some research on which school is best for you! There are schools in Germany that are looking for Filipino students just like you! Explore them here.
 

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Generally, schools in Germany will ask for your:

• Education credentials,
• Proof of financial capability
• Proof of German proficiency (if taking courses in German)

The specific requirements will vary depending on your school, course, and level of study. Visit the Edukasyon profile of the school you like to find their specific requirements. For a list of schools in Germany looking for Filipino students, see here.

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There are many scholarships offered by the German government and even the schools themselves. Visit the Edukasyon profiles of the schools you are interested in to check if they are offering any scholarships.

There are also some international student loans available from different loan giving bodies. University representatives usually work in tandem with their financial aid department that focuses on helping students find options to finance their education. Explore our partner schools here, and click "Send Inquiry" to get connected with your university representative.