Prepare for an exceptional career by starting at Jacobs University International College (JUIC). Click on "Direct student application" if you are applying directly and independently or on "Application via agent" if the application is made through an agent.
| Direct student application | Application via agent |
 | Non-EU applicants | EU and non-visa applicants |
Fall 2021 intake | Tuesday, 15 June 2021 | Sunday 1, August 2021 |
| Semester dates | Arrival | Start of teaching | End of teaching | Exam weeks | Weeks |
| Autumn, 2021 | Mon, 30 August | Wed, 1 September | Fri, 3 December | Mon, 6 – Wed, 8 Dec | 14+1 |
| Spring, 2022 | Mon, 10 January | Wed, 12 January | Thurs, 14 April | Mon, 18 – Wed, 20 April | 14+1 |
| Summer, 2022 | N/A | Wed, 3 May | Fri, 5 August | Mon, 8 – Wed, 10 August | 14+1 |
All students who obtain a high school diploma or local equivalent prior to the start of the program and who possess English language skills equivalent to the B1 level of the European Framework may apply for the International Foundation Year. Please note that we cannot accept O-Levels or AS-Levels as an entrance qualification. The application process is selective and seeks out motivated students who show both the intellectual and social potential to thrive in a diverse international study environment.
To complete your online application, you will need the following:
 | Copy of your original high school certificate and transcripts of the last 2-3 years |
 | Official recommendation letter from a high school counsellor or a teacher on letterheaded paper |
 | A personal motivation statement |
 | Proof of English language proficiency; minimum score of 65 on the TOEFL iBT / 5.5 on the IELTS (UK) / 46 on the Pearson PTE Academic or 162 on the Cambridge Certificate (FCE) / 90 on the Duolingo English test / 4 on the OIETC English Language Level Test (ELLT) |
 | Your Education History Form |
 | STAGE 1: CHECK DOCUMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONSWe will carefully review your application, check if you submitted all necessary documents and if you are eligible to apply to the program. |
 | STAGE 2: ISSUE ADMISSION DECISIONAssuming your application is successful, we will send you a conditional offer of a place in the program. |
 | STAGE 3: ENROLL IN THE PROGRAMTo accept a place in the program, you will need to submit the enrollment confirmation form and pay a deposit. The Offer Letter will contain the deposit amount. |
 | STAGE 4: APPLY FOR VISAYou will then need to apply for your visa if applicable. With your admission letter, you are provided with a visa letter “Zulassungsbescheid” which you will need to complete your visa application. Students who require a visa for Germany should apply as soon as possible as the visa process can take up to 90 days. Our visa specialists are also here to guide you and support you during the process. |
 | STAGE 5: FINAL PAYMENTAdvance payment of remaining fees will be required prior to arrival. |
 | STAGE 6: SIGN YOUR STUDENT CONTRACTYour student contract contains all relevant rights and obligations that will tie you to Jacobs University. Review your individualized version of the student contract very carefully, sign it and send it back. |
 | STAGE 7: PREPARE YOUR ARRIVALLog onto your VIP page to learn more about all the necessary steps to go through for a smooth start at Jacobs University! Get information about your German health insurance, fill out the housing survey, let us know about your arrival date, and much more. |
 | TUTION COST PER YEAR € 20,000 |
 | ACCOMMODATION € 8,000 |
All International Foundation Year students live and learn on our spacious and vibrant campus. The total cost of the program is € 28,000. This amount includes all costs associated with the program, including tuition fees, room and board, a semester ticket for local transportation, exam fees, and the following benefits:
Learn more about the International Foundation Year by downloading our information material.
Magali Pantobe
Recruitment Counselor
Do you have questions or would you like to be consulted personally? We are happy to help you with your inquiry.
Leave us a message or contact us directly:
Whatsapp / WeChat: +49 151 142 67 805
Tel: +49 (421) 2004313
Skype: foundationyear
Email: foundationyear [at] jacobs-university.de
If you want to apply directly and independently, please use the button "Direct student application". If the application is made through an agent please click the button "Application via agent" | |
| Direct student application | Application via agent |