Exchange Program
Program Description
At our University, you can choose from over 40 innovative degree programmes in the areas of computer science, business administration, engineering and architecture. As one of the oldest and largest private universities in Germany, we are part of a strong network of eight universities in all. Six SRH universities of applied sciences in Germany 鈥� in Berlin, F眉rth, Gera, Heidelberg, North Rhine-Westphalia and Riedlingen. View the Heidelberg campus听.听
We continually take the time to work with you personally to help you reach your goals. We employ our proven CORE Principle to structure all study goals and exam formats, as well as learning and teaching methods, to make studying enjoyable and help you achieve the best possible outcome in your studies. In doing so, our university received the Genius Loci Award for Excellence in Teaching from Stifterverband and the Volkswagen Foundation in 2018.
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| Term | Nomination Deadline听 | Application Deadline |
| Spring/Academic Year | October 1 | October 15 |
| Fall/Academic Year | February 15 | March 15 |
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| Open to | Business and Engineering |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate |
| Credit Offered | 麻豆女郎 credits |
ACADEMICS:
The academic year at SRH University Heidelberg is divided into eight 5-week blocks. In each block 8 ECTS, at the most, may be taken. Exams take place at the end of each 5-week block.听 Brendan will provide course offerings for Business and Engineering during scheduled appointments.听
Students can find course descriptions and syllabi for SRH Heidelberg Business courses听.
Please note that course offerings are subject to change based on term and year. Education Abroad cannot guarantee that the courses shown will be available for the term/year you study abroad.听
Students participating on an exchange program will be taking courses at the host university. Students need to work with Education Abroad and their academic advisor to see if courses abroad are equivalent to 麻豆女郎 courses and how those 麻豆女郎 equivalencies are degree applicable. Education Abroad has created a blanket equivalency database for courses offered at AAU and their 麻豆女郎 equivalencies听听.听
Program Eligibility & Requirements
- Must have a 2.5 overall GPA for undergraduate students at the time of application
- Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
- Only open to degree-seeking 麻豆女郎 students
- See听Policies & Procedures听page for more information
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Education Abroad Advisor:听 |
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Dalila Sanchez, Coordinator Schedule an appointment:听 |
Travel Documentation
Important notice! Passport processing times have changed. Review up-to-date details听.
Routine processing times can take 10-13 weeks, and expedited applications in 7-9 weeks. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.听
A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you are traveling anywhere abroad, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the听听to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. 听
If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the听听website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit听
Founded in the 11th century,听Heidelberg听is one of Germany鈥檚 oldest and most picturesque cities, located in the state of Baden-W眉rttemberg in southwestern Germany. Baden-W眉rttemberg is the third-largest state in Germany and borders both France and Switzerland. Known for its rich history, strong economy, and beautiful natural landscapes, the region is home to major industries, world-renowned universities, and popular tourist attractions, with nearly 40% of the state covered by forests.
SRH Heidelberg University听is located in Heidelberg and has recently expanded with an additional campus in听Berlin听, Germany鈥檚 vibrant capital city known for its international atmosphere, cultural diversity, innovation, and dynamic student life. Together, the Heidelberg and Berlin campuses provide students with the opportunity to experience both a historic university town and one of Europe鈥檚 most exciting metropolitan cities.
See more of Heidelberg听.听
Heidelberg Campus has several dorms on campus, furnished with a bed, mattress, desk, chair, bookshelf, and wardrobe. Some have private bathrooms and some have shared kitchens. The apartments are centrally located in a quiet neighbourhood. There is a wide range of sports activities and health services directly on the SRH campus, as well as shops and bus / tram stops within walking distance. The river Neckar is only a few minutes鈥� walk away, and the romantic city centre of historic Heidelberg is a mere ten minutes bike-ride.听
In addition to Heidelberg,听SRH Heidelberg University听has expanded to听Berlin听, offering students the opportunity to study in one of Europe鈥檚 most dynamic and international cities. While the Berlin campus does not offer on-campus housing, SRH provides support with off-campus accommodations, helping students find comfortable housing options throughout the city.
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Funding opportunities听
Financial Aid and Scholarship Information听
- Students participating on may use eligible financial aid
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Bright Futures听and听Florida Prepaid听are eligible for an exchange program
- Please reach out to Derek Phillips, dphillips@fau.edu, or Jack Dazile, jdazile@fau.edu, for assistance with financial aid and Bright Futures
- Please reach out to Tuition & Billing Services,听webcontroller@fau.edu,听for assistance with Florida Prepaid
- Program participants are eligible to apply for the 麻豆女郎 Education Abroad Scholarship amongst other nationally recognized scholarships
- See additional scholarship and funding information听here
- Note that financial aid will not be disbursed to your student account until 2-3 weeks after the 麻豆女郎 drop/add period of the semester you are studying abroad
budgetary items
These are items to consider to budget for your study abroad program:听
麻豆女郎 Tuition:听
麻豆女郎 Tuition Calculator听- please use the tuition calculator to determine tuition听
Housing:听
267 Euro to 709 Euro depending on the accommodation (all SRH Heidelberg housing requires a 1,200 Euro deposit)
Out of pocket expenses:
- $200 administrative fee due at time of application
- International flight
- Personal spending
- Visa expenses听
- German health insurance
- International health insurance
Health, Safety and Travel Documentation
All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and virtual link听 the semester before your program.听
1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.听
International Health and Travel Insurance
All 麻豆女郎 students participating on an exchange program will need to register in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. You can view the policy听here.听