Studienkolleg/Feststellungsprüfung

Studienkolleg (Preparatory College)

The Studienkolleg, a sort of preparatory college, prepares international students without .direct university admission. for their studies at a German university. Generally, students spend two semesters at a preparatory college. Upon successful completion of their Studienkolleg courses, students are required to pass the Feststellungsprüfung (assessment test for university admission), please see below for more information regarding this examination.

These preparatory colleges can be found throughout Germany; however, registration for these schools is taken care of by the university you would like to study at.

For acceptance into a Studienkolleg, you must sit an acceptance exam, in which your German skills, among other skills, will be tested. In the event of insufficient German skills, you may be required to attend German language classes prior to enrolling in a Studienkolleg.

Feststellungsprüfung (Assessment Test for University Admission)

This examination takes place twice a year, at the end of each Studienkolleg semester. It may be repeated only once.

Upon successful completion of the Feststellungsprüfung you will receive a certificate. This certificate verifies you possess the necessary skills and knowledge to begin your studies at a German university. You are now ready to apply to the university!

More information about Studienkollegs and the Festsellungsprüfung can be found on http://www.studienkollegs.de/.

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