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Hi everyone, it's Global Scholarships and I'm your host Az
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I hope you're all doing well and today we're gonna talk about how much it costs to study in Germany as an international student
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So let's get to it. Germany is one of the most popular countries for international students to study
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This is because many learners find that the country's education system meets their academic needs
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Aside from that, Germany is centrally located in Europe and has a robust economy with many job opportunities
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However, many international students are concerned that the cost of living and studying in Germany may be beyond their budget
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So, is it really expensive to study in Germany for international students
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Well, studying and living in Germany is generally affordable. International students interested in going to a public university will either enjoy free tuition
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or pay a tuition fee between 3,000 to 7,000 euros yearly. The free tuition benefit depends on the region, as some areas in Germany
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like Baden-Württemberg, have been charging international students with tuition. However, if you have an EU or EEA citizenship, you will enjoy free tuition
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On the other hand, international students who wish to apply to a private university
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will pay a tuition fee of 10,000 to 20,000 euros yearly. Exact figures depend on the degree level and program
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However, the tuition for a bachelor's degree is usually lower than a master's degree
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So, what are the academic costs that you might encounter as an international student
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The tuition fee for undergraduate and graduate programs in Germany depends on the university and the program the student will be studying
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But, the tuition fees are not the only academic costs that you might encounter
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Whether the university in Germany offers free tuition fees or not, there are student fees that international students will need to cover
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These include registration fees, student union fees, application fees, healthcare, transportation, and accommodation
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Collectively, these charges are known as semester fees. They typically cost more than 300 euros per semester, depending on the school or region
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So, what is the cost of living in Germany? Well, when calculating the cost of living and studying in Germany as an international student
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there are several factors to take into consideration, such as the city, your lifestyle, transportation, accommodation, and other leisure activities
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However, Germany is known to offer a high quality of life and is
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relatively affordable compared to other parts of Europe. But, if you must get a general idea of the cost of living in Germany
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it will be around 850 euros per month and almost 10,000 euros per year
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However, in a city like Berlin, which is very popular, you might be spending between 1800 euros per month compared to Dresden
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where your cost of living would be between 600 to 700 euros per month
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Now, let's say the cost of living in some top cities in Germany that offer excellent living experiences for students
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At number one, we have Berlin. Given that Berlin is one of the most popular cities in Germany
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the cost of living is on the high side compared to other cities. Monthly expenses in the city can be around 1800 euros
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Such high costs may be attributed to land. Typically, a shared apartment in Berlin costs between 400 to 600 euros per month
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But, if you prefer a one-bedroom apartment, be ready to pay between 700 and 1200 euros per month
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Meanwhile, on-campus accommodation is around 600 euros. The cost of transportation in this city is around 85 euros
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Food and groceries cost about 588 euros. And miscellaneous fees, books, and other student-related expenses can add up to 200 euros monthly
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At number two, we have Munich. Munich is another popular city to live in
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And the cost of living and studying here is just as high as that of Berlin
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with students spending over 1300 euros monthly. Like in Berlin, accommodation in Munich is quite expensive
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with on-campus accommodation costing 800 euros per month and off-campus accommodation costing 370 euros per month
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On the other hand, transportation will most likely cost 59 euros. Food costs 540 euros, while clothing and other student-related expenses go as high as 2000 euros
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At number three, we have Frankfurt. The cost of living and studying in Frankfurt is around 950 euros a month
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which is less when compared to other popular cities like Munich and Berlin
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This amount will cover transportation, food, and other expenses, although it does not include rent
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At number four, we have Hamburg. Studying in Hamburg can be expensive, with the cost of living being as high as 1200 dollars
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Still, it can be one of the most cost-friendly cities in Germany to live in as a student
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depending on your lifestyle and spending habits. Typically, students pay semester fees to the school
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which may give them access to public transport, thus reducing the cost
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And at number five, we have Dresden. Dresden is the most cost-friendly city in Germany for international students
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This is because the cost of living here ranges from only 600 to 700 euros per month
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Expenses are low because transportation costs will be covered by semester fees
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And then, the cost of food and groceries is only around 200 euros per month
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Rent starts from 60 euros for a student apartment, and other miscellaneous and student expenses in a month are about 250 euros
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But of course, while studying in Germany as an international student, you have some options for scholarships
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Receiving scholarships is a good way to reduce the cost of living and studying in Germany
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as several offers can help you cover tuition costs and other living expenses
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that come with being an international student. These scholarships include the Baden-Württemberg Scholarship
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and Heinrich Boll Scholarships in Germany for international students. So, Germany's cost of studying and living is generally suitable for international students
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especially if you live within your means and choose the right city. There are also tuition-free institutions that you can attend to
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to cut the cost of studying, as well as several scholarship opportunities
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