Is there a tuition fee? What about financial aid?

There is no tuition fee. Please see the "Tuition" page for additional information.

Is on-campus housing available?

Jacobs University accommodation is available primarily for Bachelors students. Students may apply for campus accommodation, however, there are few places available to graduate students at any one time. Students are therefore advised to look for accommodation off campus (i.e. in flatshares).

How long are the semesters? When and where will classes take place?

Modern Global History is a joint program with courses taught at Jacobs University and the University of Bremen. The benefit of the joint program is that students have full access to the resources and faculty of both universities. However, the regular semester schedules of the universities overlap in such a way that MGH students would be forced to take classes throughout the year with minimum holiday breaks. To avoid this overlap classes will be held during in the Fall semester from 1st of October till 20th of December and in the Spring Semester from 1st of February to 10th of July. Semester breaks give students the opportunity to write their term papers. Classes take place at both universities but in a way which minimizes commuting.

When do I have to start applying for my visa?

Immediately after admission. All students who have been accepted onto the program are responsible for organising their own necessary visa documents well in advance. This often takes very long and leads to unexpected difficulties. The deadline for latecomers also applies in case of visa problems! You will receive more details as soon as you have been selected as a candidate.

Do I need a computer?

All students must have a laptop of their own in order to have access to the various electronic information resources (such as the course registration system, library catalogue, online databases, printing facilities). Reasonably priced laptops are for sale at Jacobs University at the beginning of each semester. A desktop computer is not sufficient as you will be using your laptop at different locations.