https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Germany in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Students in Germany are having to pay more for accommodation, with average rents for a room in a shared flat rising well above €500 per month in many regions, a new study shows. https://www.thelocal.de/20260324/where-student-housing-costs-are-highest-in-germany Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:13:36 +0100 where-student-housing-costs-are-highest-in-germany While Germany is famous for its 'tuition-free' universities, international students often find that the costs add up. Here’s the breakdown of what you’ll need to budget before you start your university course in Germany. https://www.thelocal.de/20260424/explained-how-much-does-it-cost-to-study-in-germany-in-2026 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:22:32 +0200 explained-how-much-does-it-cost-to-study-in-germany-in-2026 Germany is one of the most popular countries worldwide for international Masters students, and with good reason. Here's everything you need to know about applying in 2026. https://www.thelocal.de/20260401/how-to-apply-for-a-masters-in-germany-as-an-international-student Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:29:48 +0200 how-to-apply-for-a-masters-in-germany-as-an-international-student Four years after moving to Germany for his master's degree, Saad Arshad shares his top advice on language, jobs and managing expectations for people following in his footsteps. https://www.thelocal.de/20260320/the-community-is-growing-an-immigrants-guide-to-starting-a-new-life-in-germany Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:41:49 +0100 the-community-is-growing-an-immigrants-guide-to-starting-a-new-life-in-germany From Munich to Berlin, nine German universities and one consortium have been confirmed as 'Universities of Excellence'. Here’s what the title means – and what makes each institution stand out. https://www.thelocal.de/20260312/revealed-germanys-universities-of-excellence-for-science-and-research Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:39:37 +0100 revealed-germanys-universities-of-excellence-for-science-and-research Student participation, called 'Mitarbeit', makes up a large portion of students' grades in German schools. But the way it's assessed can be poison in the classroom, particularly for foreign pupils, writes Tom Pugh. https://www.thelocal.de/20250702/opinion-german-school-grading-is-unfair-on-foreign-students-and-its-maddening Wed, 02 Jul 2025 14:30:24 +0200 opinion-german-school-grading-is-unfair-on-foreign-students-and-its-maddening Current university students in Germany, as well as recent graduates in business and technology, may want to apply to join this event aimed at matching career starters with internship roles at startups. https://www.thelocal.de/20260115/students-and-recent-graduates-invited-to-curated-hiring-event-in-berlin Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:42:25 +0100 students-and-recent-graduates-invited-to-curated-hiring-event-in-berlin A system change in the states of North Rhine-Westphalia and Schleswig-Holstein means there won't be a high school graduating class at many schools this year. Accordingly, getting into some university programmes could be easier. https://www.thelocal.de/20260112/why-it-will-be-easier-to-get-into-some-german-universities-this-year Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:16:29 +0100 why-it-will-be-easier-to-get-into-some-german-universities-this-year Two major international studies have released their latest rankings of the world’s top universities, and Germany has reason to celebrate. Several of its institutions have secured places among the best in the world in these prestigious lists. https://www.thelocal.de/20251120/ranked-germanys-top-rated-universities-in-2026 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:35:16 +0100 ranked-germanys-top-rated-universities-in-2026 From the rising minimum wage to tuition fee changes at a Bavarian university, here are the changes and trends students in Germany need to know about in the coming year. https://www.thelocal.de/20251230/everything-that-changes-for-international-students-in-germany-in-2026 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:52:02 +0100 everything-that-changes-for-international-students-in-germany-in-2026 While many countries are seeing a slowdown in international academic mobility, Germany is bucking the trend – attracting record numbers of foreign students and researchers year after year. https://www.thelocal.de/20251128/germany-welcomes-more-international-students-than-ever-before Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:39:26 +0100 germany-welcomes-more-international-students-than-ever-before Many people don't begin saving for retirement until they start their career. From 2026 school children in Germany could get an early start thanks to a new government initiative, but not as many as originally proposed. https://www.thelocal.de/20250617/e10-a-month-germany-to-set-up-pension-accounts-for-all-children-from-age-6 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:53:15 +0200 e10-a-month-germany-to-set-up-pension-accounts-for-all-children-from-age-6 Student performance in German schools is in steep decline as a new generation of students grapples with the aftermath of the Covid pandemic and other shocks. How big is the problem, and what are the plans for improvement? https://www.thelocal.de/20251017/sharp-decline-in-maths-and-science-performance-by-students-in-germany Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:07:31 +0200 sharp-decline-in-maths-and-science-performance-by-students-in-germany Germany may offer tuition-free university education but the costs add up quickly for international students. With the winter semester about to start, we've put together a list of insider tips on how to track down additional sources of income. https://www.thelocal.de/20250929/how-international-students-in-germany-can-improve-their-finances Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:47:52 +0200 how-international-students-in-germany-can-improve-their-finances Germany has a system of financial support for students known as BAföG. In many cases foreigners are just as entitled to apply as Germans. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.de/20220425/explained-can-foreigners-apply-for-student-finance-in-germany Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:28:34 +0200 explained-can-foreigners-apply-for-student-finance-in-germany The cost of living for students in Germany varies wildly depending on where you choose to study. But even the most expensive cities offer some good options for students on a budget, if you know where to look. https://www.thelocal.de/20250926/which-german-cities-are-the-most-expensive-for-international-students Fri, 26 Sep 2025 17:23:57 +0200 which-german-cities-are-the-most-expensive-for-international-students Germany produces a lot of STEM graduates and attracts a large number of foreign students, but inequality in educational outcomes is growing according to a study by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). https://www.thelocal.de/20250910/too-many-without-qualifications-german-education-system-sees-widening-inequality Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:45:15 +0200 too-many-without-qualifications-german-education-system-sees-widening-inequality Two thirds of international students plan to stay in Germany after they graduate, according to a new survey. But the findings also highlight areas of concern. https://www.thelocal.de/20250903/what-international-students-really-think-about-germany Wed, 03 Sep 2025 19:29:26 +0200 what-international-students-really-think-about-germany Whether you'd like to study or work abroad, there are resources designed specifically for US citizens who are interested in making Germany their new home. Here are some opportunities that can make moving to Germany cheaper or easier. https://www.thelocal.de/20250827/four-opportunities-for-us-students-and-young-professionals-who-want-to-move-to-germany Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:12:26 +0200 four-opportunities-for-us-students-and-young-professionals-who-want-to-move-to-germany Germany's popular cities for foreigners and tourists are also among the best destinations for international university students according to a recent global ranking. https://www.thelocal.de/20250826/why-munich-and-berlin-are-among-the-worlds-best-cities-for-students Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:07:23 +0200 why-munich-and-berlin-are-among-the-worlds-best-cities-for-students