Your Personal Plan for Studying and Settling in Germany
Medical School | Dental School | Other University Majors | Studienkolleg | Visas and Residency | Language
Your First Step Toward Studying in Germany
The StartDE Consulting team offers this personalized plan to high school students and graduates who wish to begin their university studies in Germany. Select the services you need below, and after reviewing your information and qualifications, our team will prepare a service proposal and a personalized package tailored to your situation and academic goals. Your academic goals may include:
- Studying Medicine in Germany
- Studying Dentistry in Germany
- Studying Another College Major
- Enrollment in the preparatory year (Studienkolleg) before beginning university studies, if required
- Learning German and Preparing for College
StartDE Consulting assists with coordinating the various stages, starting with the evaluation of high school diplomas and the selection of an academic track, through the college application process, visa application, and settling in Germany.
Certificate Evaluation and Determination of Academic Path
Before beginning the application process, the student's academic standing is evaluated to determine the appropriate track.
- Evaluation of High School Diplomas and Academic Qualifications
- Reviewing the possibility of studying in Germany based on your current diploma
- Determining whether direct admission to the university is possible
- Determining whether a Studienkolleg is required
- Determining the Right Studienkolleg Based on Your Desired Major
- Review of GPA and Admission Requirements
- Identifying Possible Majors Based on Qualifications
- Developing an Individualized Study Plan
- Identifying the steps required to pursue the desired major
Academic Goal — You may select one of the following
- Human Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Economics and Business Administration
- Natural Sciences Majors
- Humanities or Social Sciences Majors
- Another college major
German
- Determining Your Current Level of German
- Determining the Required Level for the Academic Track
- Choosing the Right German Language Course
- Finding a Suitable Language School
- Registration for the Language Course
- Develop a plan to reach the desired level
- Planning for Required Language Certificates
- Help in Choosing the Right Language Exam
- Coordinate the language program with the schedule of the Studienkolleg or the university
- Comply with the language requirements for the university or major
السنة التحضيرية (Preparatory Year) Studienkolleg
If, following an evaluation of the student's credentials, it becomes apparent that the student needs a preparatory year before beginning university studies, support can be provided through the Studienkolleg program.
- Determining the Need for a Studienkolleg
- Determining the Right Course Based on Your Major
- Searching for Suitable Studienkollegs
- Comparing the Available Options
- Review of Admission Requirements
- Review of Language Requirements
- Preparing the Application File
- Applying to the Studienkolleg
- Track Order
- Preparing for the Admissions Process
- Planning for the Entrance Exam
- Planning for the Final Qualification Exam (FSP)
- Planning for College After Completing the Studienkolleg
Depending on the desired major, the appropriate preparatory track is selected—such as the M-course, T-course, W-course, or G/S-course—in accordance with the educational institution’s requirements.
College Applications
After determining the student's eligibility and the appropriate academic track, you can begin developing a college application strategy.
- Analysis of Opportunities and Application Pathways
- Searching for the Right Colleges
- Choosing the Right Majors
- Review the admission requirements for each university
- Review of Application Deadlines
- Compiling a list of target universities
- Preparing a College Application
- Review the documents before submitting them
- Support for Direct University Applications
- Support for Applying Through uni-assist
- Support with the application process through Hochschulstart, where applicable
- Track Order Status
- Follow up on the additional documents required
- Assistance with Administrative Communication with Universities
- Reviewing Acceptance or Rejection Letters
- Consider alternative options when necessary
The Pathway to Medicine and Dentistry
For students interested in studying medicine or dentistry in Germany, an application strategy is developed that takes into account academic qualifications, grade point average, language proficiency, and the best possible application method.
- Analysis of the Qualifications Required to Study Medicine or Dentistry
- Assessing the Appropriate Academic Path
- Review whether direct admission is possible or if the Studienkolleg is required
- Identifying the Right Colleges
- Review the admission requirements for each university
- Developing a Personalized Delivery Strategy
- Review Application Deadlines
- Preparing the Application File
- Application Management
- Track Order Status
- A Study of Possible Academic Alternatives
- Reevaluating the "on-demand" delivery strategy
We work to maximize your opportunities through a well-thought-out application strategy that includes several universities and alternative paths, with close monitoring of every step until admission decisions are announced.
Closed Accounts, Financial Documentation, and Health Insurance
Bank Account and Financial Documentation
- Help with Reopening a Closed Account (Blocked Account)
- Help in Choosing a Suitable Provider for a Closed Account
- Explanation of the Steps for Transferring the Required Amount
- Review of the Closed Account Statement
- Review of the Financial Documents Required for the Visa
- Assistance with opening a regular bank account in Germany when needed
Health Insurance
- Choosing the Right Health Insurance for Your Current Situation
- Prepare the proof of insurance required for the visa
- Review Insurance Requirements Before Traveling
- Help in Choosing the Right Insurance After Arriving in Germany
- Switching to the appropriate student insurance when the eligibility requirements are met
Visa and Embassy Information
The appropriate type of visa varies depending on the student’s situation, their admission status, language, and stage of application. Therefore, the first step is to assess the situation before determining a visa strategy.
- Analyzing the student's situation and determining the appropriate visa path
- Prepare a personalized list of the required documents
- Review the requirements of the relevant German embassy
- Reviewing the Visa Application
- Organizing Documents
- Reviewing Visa Applications
- Help with booking or scheduling an appointment at the embassy
- Preparing for an Embassy Appointment
- Review of Financial and Insurance Documentation
- Review of documents from the university, Studienkolleg, or language institute
- Tracking the Application During the Visa Process
- Assistance if additional documents are requested
- Support in Case of Inquiries from the Embassy
- Managing Schedules and Deadlines
StartDE Consulting’s services are not limited to carrying out individual steps; rather, they can include comprehensive case management: determining the next step, tracking the progress of the application, coordinating between the various stages, following up on missing documents and deadlines, coordinating language, academic, and visa procedures, and providing support when changes or additional requests arise.
Translation and Certification of Documents
- Identify the documents that need to be translated
- Organizing the Required Translations
- Organizing certified translations as needed
- Help in identifying the required certifications
- Formal Review of Documents
- Organizing Files Digitally
- Classifying Documents by Purpose
Housing in Germany
- Searching for Suitable Housing Options
- Help with Applying for Student Housing
- Search for a shared apartment
- Search for an Apartment or Private Housing
- Reviewing Available Housing Options
- Assistance with Communication Regarding Housing
- Assistance with the procedures and required documents for housing
Arrival in Germany
After arriving in Germany, assistance can be provided with the initial administrative procedures.
- Residence Registration
- Assistance with opening a bank account when needed
- Health Insurance Assistance
- Assistance with University Procedures
- Help with College Registration (Immatrikulation)
- Preparing the Residence Permit Application
- Preparing Documents for the Department of Foreigners
- Help with scheduling appointments
- Follow up on additional requests from the relevant authorities
- Assistance with administrative procedures related to the start of the school year
Personal Escort During the School Trip
Students can choose individual services or request comprehensive file management. Depending on the package selected, comprehensive management includes:
General Roadmap
From high school graduation to studying in Germany.
What happens after I send it?
You can choose one or more services from the sections above. After you submit the form, the StartDE Consulting team will:
