Otto Benecke Foundation

Otto Beneke Stiftung e.V. is a non-profit organization that helps migrants integrate into Germany. Today, the main program of the foundation is Garantiefonds Hochschule, which helps to obtain entrance qualifications to higher education institutions in Germany or to begin/continue university studies. The Foundation cooperates with ministries, educational institutions, migrant associations and universities in the country and abroad. The goal is to give [...]

First steps to study in Germany

Obtaining higher education in Germany is an exciting and promising adventure that opens up new horizons and provides unique opportunities. German diplomas are recognized and valued in most countries of the world. The first steps towards studying in Germany are the key to a successful start to your educational journey. Let's take a look at the main steps and recommendations that will help you start successfully […]

7 reasons to study for free at a university in Germany

Let's start with the fact that I studied at Russian universities for a long time. I have several different diplomas, as well as a defended master's work, so I have enough experience and knowledge of "our system of education". And when the idea arose of moving to Germany on a student visa and further regular university studies, this did not bother me at all. I AM […]

List of documents for a student visa to Germany

Moving to Germany on a student visa. List of documents to apply for a student visa. Please ALWAYS check the current list of documents on the website of the German consulate in your country before submitting documents. Link to list of documents. As of October 2023. But, one way or another, there is a standard and necessary list of documents for a student visa. If you are submitting documents […]