For today's episode, we interviewed Stefanie from the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, renowned for offering 37 English-taught university degrees in Germany. Our conversation delved into the primary challenges and career prospects for international students studying in German universities.

(01:20) Introduction

(02:35) The Lighting Round Questions

(07:00) International Student Bodies at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg

(13:53) University Structures in Germany

(17:30) Career Perspectives for International Students in Germany

(23:47) Social Life for International Students at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg

(31:38) Bonus Question about living in Erlangen

Are you considering to become a teacher and to work internationally? If you are, you should check out the international teacher education program from the NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. My guest for today is Matt, who is currently attending this program.

(2:10) Introduction

(3:18) The Lightning Round

(12:10) Learning about the international teacher education program

(16:00) The application process

(22:20) Highlights of the program

(26:25) Teaching at domestic public schools?

Having attended one of the elite liberal arts colleges, I cherish my education and the opportunities my college afforded me. However, after my conversation with Sophia, I realized that a high-quality liberal arts college degree did not have to cost $80,000 per year.

In this episode, I had a conversation with Sophia, who is currently studying international business at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. We discussed Sophia's expectations and experiences at NHL Stenden, the application process, the challenges she faced in adapting to a new academic system, and her plans after college abroad.

(0:55) Introduction

(2:50) The Lightning Round

(5:40) Expectations

(8:50) How Sophia discovered NHL Stenden

(13:20) Application Process

(16:40) Academic System

(22:00) Social Life at NHL Stenden

(27:45) Plans after college

Do you know the feeling when you go to a house party, and everyone has the same story? Well, Evan is not one of them. Raised in Berlin with an American family, Evan speaks both English and German perfectly. Currently, he is pursuing a college degree in the Netherlands. Curious about why he made such a decision? Just click the play button and listen.

(01:15) Introduction to Evan

(01:48) The Lightning Round

(07:50) The Cost of Living and Tuition

(10:46) Thoughts on Universities in the US

(18:36) The Importance of the Gap Year

(20:00) Lacrosse

(24:25) The Benefits of Studying and Living in Europe

Growing up in Wayne, Maine, USA, Naeema made an unconventional decision to pursue a bachelor's degree at Leiden University in the Netherlands when she was just 18 years old. What motivated her to make this atypical choice? And what is her life like now, living abroad?

(00:50) Introduction

(02:15) The Lightning Round

(07:00) Why Europe?

(10:40) Requirements for Leiden University

(14:30) Living Abroad in the Hague

(19:20) Plans after College

(22:10) Outro

In this final episode with Lisa, we briefly reveal what it's like to study abroad full-time in Germany, aside from the academics. As the conversation continues, it becomes clear that college life in Germany is quite different from the comforting academic bubble in the US; on the contrary, it opens the door to the real world.

(00:40) Living situation

(11:40) Insurance

(15:22) Cost of Living

(19:14) Biggest Challenge

Although applying to German Universities could be frustrating, it could be a great option for students willing to learn the German language. Having talked to many American families and college counselors, the language barrier propels many people to look away. However, as college tuition rises day by day, it might be the right time to reconsider this mysterious alternative once again...

(00:00) Introduction

(01:00) Public Universities in Germany

(08:06) Private Universities in Germany

(14:55) Duales Studium/ Dual Study in Germany

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In this episode, we dive deeper into the German education system and briefly cover the college admission process in Germany.

Joining us today is Lisa from Germany. Having studied abroad in the US and Finland, Lisa works as an international student advisor at the University of Bonn. I am honored to have her on board to share her stories and expertise.

(00:30) Introduction

(03:39) German Abitur

(10:05) Main differences between German and American college admission processes

(15:24) An overview of the differences between German and American colleges

(18:30) The number of international students at the University of Bonn

(20:30) How many American students currently study at the University of Bonn?

(21:39) Current policies for international students in Germany

Despite its affordability, only a handful of students from the United States and Canada pursue a college degree in Germany. Today, I had a conversation with Emerson, one of the few students I know who chose this exciting path.

(00:17) Introduction

(02:05) Tuition Fees

(02:49) Application Process for Graduate Schools in Germany

(06:16) Language Requirement

(09:14) Bureaucratic Hurdles for International Students in Germany

(11:17) Challenges and Uniqueness During Your Studies in Germany

(20:04) Social Life in Germany

(22:43) Perspectives with a German Degree

(27:00) Bonus Question

Studying abroad in Europe is widely popular among US students. But being a semester abroad in Germany is wildly different from a semester abroad in the UK. I think the difference is obvious here... Depending on the program, you may have an entirely different experience from your peers.

In this episode, Martin, the director of the American Junior Year Program in Heidelberg, Germany, also a former professor at Gettysburg College, offers us an insider look at various types of study abroad programs for American students. On top of that, we dive deeper into the adventure of navigating the German higher education system.

(00:27) Introduction

(03:18) AJY

(05:50) Types of Study Abroad Programs for Americans

(17:50) Housing and living situation in Germany

(24:15) Differences between American and German Universities

(34:38) Hurdles for American students to enroll in a German University directly

(37:52) Bonus Question