German Study Abroad Programs in Berlin, Germany

Spend the summer in the modern and historic city of Berlin with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 6 credits per session (12 credits total) through various courses at Humboldt-Universität. Courses are taught in English or German—no previous German language study is required. You will live in a university apartment with a shared kitchen and bathroom. Near the subway, commuting to campus will be easier from your apartment. A meal card to subsidize the cost of lunches on campus is included in your program fee. In Berlin, enjoy cultural and social activities such as: • Museum tours • Cultural and historical site visits • A boat trip • Day trip to Potsdam • Day trip to the Baltic Sea (Session 1 only) • Day trip to Dresden (Session 2 only) Optional excursions include a 3-day trip to Warsaw, Poland (session 1), and a 3-day trip to Prague, Czech Republic (session 2).

Berlin has been bombed, rebuilt, torn, divided, liberated, and unified—all within the 20th century. A flashpoint during the Cold War, the modern city is filled with ambition and future prospects seemingly coinciding with those of Europe as a whole. The enviable rival of Paris, Berlin is dripping with Prussian architecture that displays the might of the once-great European power, yet also embodies the qualities one can expect from a modern cosmopolitan center with music, fashion, and delicious restaurants on every corner, sporting local cuisine as well as international dishes from around the world.

Step beyond the classroom and into the world with EF Language Abroad. Our immersive programs combine academic excellence with life-changing cultural experiences in 11 stunning global destinations across 8 countries and 7 languages. Whether you’re a high school student eager to explore the world, a college student preparing for international studies or simply seeking global fluency, EF offers customizable programs that meet your goals and fit your schedule. You will learn a new language better and faster in fun and interactive classes alongside new friends from around the globe. After class, explore the city through planned activities like cooking classes, city tours, student parties, and more. Over the weekend, travel with EF staff to neighboring cities and countries to practice your language skills with locals and see the sights. You have the power to tailor your journey—whether you’re testing your limits in an intensive track, earning career credentials, or preparing for major exams. You’ll develop language skills faster, gain global experiences, and return equipped for the next step. Earn transferable college credit through our partner in education, The University of Montana.

At NYU Berlin, you’ll experience the local and international arts scenes while you take courses taught by established Berlin artists and architects. Examine local art and broader global trends in classes such as "Place–Building–Time: The Architecture of Berlin" and "The Art World Today: Berlin and Beyond." You’ll explore the city’s culture in class trips to museums, opera houses, theatres, galleries, markets, and festivals, and gain personal experience working in local arts institutions through NYU Berlin’s internship program. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions. Visit the NYU Berlin website for up-to-date information. NYU Berlin boasts two academic centers. One, in stylish Prenzlauer Berg, houses classrooms, a computer lab, a student lounge, and a group meeting space. The other, at St. Agnes in Kreuzberg, provides studio space for art classes.

With IES Abroad Berlin, students can take their German language skills to the next level. IES offers them the opportunity to take classes at our partner university, Humboldt-Universitat zu Berlin. Programs are available in the fall, spring, and entire academic year. Some students can participate in internships in and around the city to broaden their international work experience. Live and study in Berlin, one of the greatest cities in the world and the center of German business, politics, and culture. The minute you step off the plane in Berlin, you can feel its energy. It’s a place of new ideas, where sustainable technology and modern design are a way of life, and art galleries can be found on nearly every corner. Studying with IES Abroad Berlin provides a great experience to help students live up to their full potential; at home and abroad.

The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run for three to six weeks and take place both in summer and winter. Students can choose between subject courses (mostly taught in English) and German language and culture courses. The 50+ subject courses are offered within the fields of Architecture, Art History, Politics, Law, History, Media Studies, Economics, Sustainability, Literature, Philosophy, Entrepreneurship, and Music. German language and culture courses are available for up to five different proficiency levels (A1 to C1). Field trips are an integral part of all our courses. In addition, FUBiS offers excursions such as to the Berlin Reichstag building and a river boat tour through downtown Berlin or day trips to Potsdam and Leipzig.

The GLS Campus Berlin is a green oasis in the very center of Berlin - and the only language school in Germany with a 14000 square meter campus, including accommodation on site. The facilities on campus are second to none in Europe: 60 classrooms, 50 student apartments, 70 hotel rooms, a restaurant serving German food and a cafeteria. The most spectacular building on campus is a Berlin landmark under monument protection. The location is absolutely central, within walking distance to Berlin attractions like Museum Island. Two trams stop in front of the campus. German courses start every Monday on all levels. If you plan to study at a German university, GLS will get you ready for it: GLS is an official testing center for TestDaF, the language entrance exam for university studies in Germany. A special offer: the combination of German course + internship in a Berlin company or institution Awards: GLS has received the Star School Germany award 5 times - in 2008, 2010, 2013, 2014 and 2015. The awards are bestowed every year in London and honor the best language schools worldwide, country by country.

Get the chance to combine academic learning, cultural immersion, and travel in Germany! Choose from a range of non-profit, low-cost, direct study programs. We connect you to university-level, academic-type programs that are available all year round. Weekly, monthly, summer, quarterly, semester, and academic year—you pick a term. Plus, stay in low-cost housing on campus or in nearby areas. Overall, avoid expensive, for-profit programs and register directly with a school in Germany. After successful completion, you will earn academic credits that are transferable to your home school. These study abroad programs are open to students worldwide. See more details on the NPSA website. Use this website to review and book your study abroad program in Germany.

The Middlebury School in Germany offers cultural and linguistic immersion through a rigorous curriculum and adherence to the Middlebury Language Pledge. By promising to speak only German abroad, students have the best chance of acquiring fluency and actively engaging in the local environment. While in Berlin, students attend Freie Universität and enroll in an in-house core course. Through volunteer or internship work, extracurricular activities, and coursework, program participants can learn the language in the capital city of Germany.

Whether it's about taking up an academic course or starting your pathway with a foundation year, many questions will arise on your way to Germany. The University Pathway Program offers answers beyond the German course. We accompany you from the beginning, assist with visa applications, help find accommodation, organize application training, and provide support related to school recognition and professional qualifications. You will regularly receive critical information about enrolling for your studies or finding employment in Germany. Our expertise ensures efficient learning during classes in Berlin or Düsseldorf, as well as through our online training center, allowing you to learn from the comfort of your own home. Our fun leisure activities combine language and culture, meaning this program supports you optimally for university admission in Germany.

Although Berlin is an international city, you will find it much easier to understand your surroundings and enjoy your stay if you have acquired some basics in German. This is still an essential language for business, science, and the arts and is Europe's most widely spoken language. Plus, it's an easy language for English-speaking students to learn. Our Start German course addresses the needs of beginners. Its content follows the standards of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) for level A1.1 (beginners with no prior knowledge). Participants of this Summer School must have a B2 level in English (or equivalent) and at least one year of university experience. Working professionals are also welcome to join.