Schiller International University Germany

• Location: Heidelberg, Germany,
• Year of foundation: 1969,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of studying: mixed.

Schiller International University (Germany Campus) is a private international university with campuses in four European countries: Germany, the United States, Spain, and France. The institution emphasizes on teaching higher education programs to local, foreign students, offering excellent conditions for both full-time and fully distance qualification.

The history of the educational institution began in 1964, when Walter Leibrecht created an international program for the teaching of Americans living in West Germany. Three years later, campuses were opened in Madrid and Paris, two more years later, a new site in Germany, and then, in 1991, in the United States. Thanks to the study territories in different countries, international accreditation, students receive a multifaceted educational experience, which also affects the ability to study at any of the campuses for a semester or a year.

The teaching staff, a variety of additional opportunities for the development of individual interests and qualities, and the comprehensive assistance of employees provide students with comfortable conditions for improving their knowledge and skills, gaining applied experience for further career development.

The distance learning process is organized using an electronic platform on which video conferences, theoretical and practical classes are held, all the academic progress of the student is stored, chats with teachers and classmates can be found. Here, additional self-study resources, administrative assistance, and many other services are available to the student.

The cost of the program includes language lessons, helping to improve the level of English proficiency of foreign students. Native teachers conduct classes individually or in small groups, helping each student in passing the basic curriculum and developing speaking skills. In addition to English, students can learn German.

The academic system consists of two levels of higher education: bachelor's and master's degrees. All programs are available in a full-time format, some of them are open for study completely remotely.

The building, in which the university is located, is one of the world's largest carbon-neutral communities.

Within walking distance of the campus are modern residences consisting of small apartments with several individual bedrooms, shared bathrooms and kitchens. The residential buildings have high-speed WiFi, a wired Internet connection, and a full package of services necessary for a comfortable stay: from cleaning, laundry to psychological support for employees who also live in the residence.

Students can request help finding housing, after which the staff will provide a list of verified landlords and housing agencies. In Heidelberg, you can stay in various types of accommodation: from rooms and rooms in residences to private houses, apartments, apartments.

A lot of different events are held annually on the campus of Schiller International University: from celebrations in honor of significant dates and thematic parties to scientific conferences, charity events, activities of interest clubs. All events are announced on the electronic portal, where you can also open your own community and find like-minded people, join an existing club or organize an event.

Heidelberg has an excellent transport infrastructure, thanks to which students can go to nature, visit entertainment centers and cultural places, and explore the sights.

• Accreditation by the Commission of Professional Schools and Colleges (ACCSC),
• International recognition of higher education diplomas, providing students the opportunity to find a job or pursue an academic path in a variety of countries around the world,
• Partnerships with local and foreign organizations based on internships, scientific activities,
• Cooperation with the University of Roehampton offers students a double degree,
• Some of the programs are available for online format,
• The career program helps students in finding an internship, a place for employment.

Heidelberg is home to Germany's oldest university, the country's top tourist destination, and one of its most important research centers. The city is an hour's train ride from Frankfurt, in the valley of the Neckar River between the wooded mountains and the Rhine Plain.

The learning grounds of Schiller International University are located in the Skylab building, which is an iconic Heidelberg-Bahnstadt structure that is the epitome of scientific innovation. The campus includes seven classrooms for theoretical classes and seminars, a library with reading rooms and PCs, a student lounge, and administrative offices. It has its own bookstore, where students can buy additional scientific literature they are interested in, rent textbooks.

The academic year lasts from September to mid-summer and includes two semesters. Full-time students attend classes on weekdays, rest on weekends, days of national and international holidays, vacations.

The start of programs varies depending on the level of higher education, specialization and chosen form of study, but most courses start in September or January.

The cost of the studying program already includes educational materials, language classes for foreign students, all campus events, electives and seminars with invited specialists. The list of additional costs will include:

• Registration fees,
• Accommodation and meals,
• Health insurance,
• Off-campus recreation,
• Possible fees according to the chosen program,
• Personal expenses.

Applicants will have to go through several stages before starting their studies at Schiller International University:

• Submission of the application, required documents,
• Passing an interview with the admissions committee,
• Receiving an official invitation to enroll,
• Payment of fees, payment of the cost of a year of study,
• Arrival at campus and start of classes.

The diplomas that graduates of Schiller International University receive are internationally recognized and valid in many countries around the world, giving students the opportunity to continue their academic path or find a job outside of Germany.

Prospective students entering the university from abroad must have a full package of personal documents, including a passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit. In addition, academic diplomas and certificates of previous years of study should be provided to the admissions committee:

• Diploma of Complete Secondary Education and Preparatory Course Certificate, Scorecards / Bachelor's Degree in Related Specialization,
• Test results demonstrating English proficiency: IELTS (from 6.0), TOEIC (from 650), TOEFL iBT (from 80) or equivalent,
• Personal statement, resume.

The institution awards undergraduate and graduate students for particularly outstanding academic results upon admission or during all years of study at Schiller International University. Every year, about 85 per cent of students receive scholarships or financial aid, which in turn are paid on the basis of specific social criteria.

Scholarships cover up to 40% of the tuition fee and other services:

• Academic Excellence Scholarship – awarded to undergraduate sophomores based on high first-year scores,
• International Scholarship for Talented Students – available to first-year undergraduate students, all masters,
• Global Citizen Scholarship – open to all students at the university's four campuses,
• High School Medallion scholarship is awarded to first-year undergraduate students who have high academic performance in a secondary education diploma,
• Honorary Academic Scholarship is available to undergraduate sophomores and seniors who consistently maintain high academic results.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision