Leipzig Studienkolleg (Preparatory College)

• Location: Leipzig, Germany,
• Year of foundation: more than 20 years ago,
• Number of students: about 300,
• Language of instruction: German,
• Type of study: blended.

Leipzig Studienkolleg is a private preparatory college located in Leipzig, Germany. It operates as an affiliated department of the University of Zittau/Görlitz and conducts the Feststellungsprüfung assessment test. This partnership ensures that students benefit from an objective evaluation of their knowledge, receive an accredited degree, and experience high-quality training and teaching standards.

With over 20 years of successful operation, Leipzig Studienkolleg employs modern educational concepts and provides comprehensive support to students in finding a suitable university. They offer academic and extracurricular assistance on any matter related to studying and living in Germany.

Leipzig Studienkolleg offers two specialized courses designed to prepare students for the Feststellungsprüfung: a TI course for those interested in exact sciences and a WW course for students passionate about social sciences and economics. Both programs effectively equip students for admission to German universities, providing them with substantial knowledge in their chosen field and proficiency in the German language.

Germany ranks among the top three most popular destinations for international students seeking a high-quality education. Over 15% of local university students come from around the world to benefit from the country's excellent educational offerings. Despite the top-notch education provided, Germany stands out for its relatively affordable tuition fees.

Any of the pupils of the Leipzig Studienkolleg can take advantage of the opportunity to attend additional classes in German, mathematics and physics free of charge. Each of the subjects is studied for two hours each week.

In the event that a student does not pass the final exam, he/she is exempt from repeating those subjects in which he/she has good grades. Accordingly, when entering a second semester for additional preparation and another attempt to pass the FSP, the student pays only for those disciplines that are to be passed. In addition, he will be offered free lessons with a tutor.

The Leipzig Studienkolleg does not have its own residences, but it will help you find suitable accommodation near the study area. Thanks to cooperation with the educational organization Rahn Education, students are provided with a limited number of private apartments: two- and three-room apartments with room capacity for one or two people, a shared kitchen and bathroom. Students are also offered one-room apartments, which can be rented directly from the owner. The apartments are equipped with a kitchen, there is no other furniture in the premises. In general, such housing is located within a 30-minute drive from the campus by public transport.

Students can also choose alternative accommodation options: shared apartments, student residences or furnished rooms. As there is a high demand for affordable accommodation in Leipzig, the staff recommends booking your accommodation as early as possible.

When entering a preparatory college, students should not forget about their interests and hobbies: thanks to a variety of activities on campus and in the city, each student will be able to pay attention to extracurricular development and try their hand at something new and unfamiliar.

Leipzig is often referred to as the "city of music" because of its rich musical heritage: famous composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Richard Wagner and Felix Mendelssohn lived and worked here. The college supports the creative endeavors of pupils by regularly organizing concerts, group performances, stimulating their participation in city events.

Leipzig is home to one of the largest book fairs in Europe, attracting publishers, authors and book lovers from all over the world. The literature club at school is in great demand, as well as creative areas of extracurricular development - students gather together to discuss what they have read, compose poems and songs, and exchange books.

Sport at Leipzig Studienkolleg is represented by a large-scale football program, access to which is open to 20 students per semester. They receive theoretical knowledge and practical experience of the game from qualified coaches and sports teachers. A football club is not just a section, but an opportunity to maintain physical health and even earn money while studying.

• Among the students of Leipzig Studienkolleg are students from 40 countries,
• Small classrooms with state-of-the-art equipment,
• Free additional lessons in German, mathematics and physics,
• Support in obtaining a visa, solving entry formalities and assistance in finding accommodation,
• Cooperation with local universities, through which employees provide students with an individual career plan,
• No entrance exams,
• Accredited specialized training courses for international students.

Leipzig is a vibrant city in eastern Germany, known for its rich history, culture, and contributions to music, literature, and education. The local main university is the oldest higher institution in Germany, has a strong academic tradition and is a popular place for international students to get an education.

The campus is technologically advanced and modern: classrooms, laboratories, a library and computer rooms help students to develop in a versatile way, devoting time to both academic preparation and their own interests. The building is equipped with rooms for events, gathering students and organizing master classes, seminars and lectures by invited speakers. When designing the building, we did not forget about rest: spacious rooms are prepared for self-study, communication with friends and snacks between classes.

Courses last for two semesters and can start in both winter and summer.

• Winter semester — from September 1,
• Summer semester — from April 1.

During the academic year, there are vacations and days off in honor of national and international holidays: Christmas, Easter, May 1 and others. Training takes place on weekdays.

An approximate list of additional costs will include rent and meals, re-study of subjects in case of failing/retaking them, and the cost of the exam itself.

The registration procedure consists of several stages:

• Filling out an online form and submitting documents,
• On-campus or online interviews,
• Receiving an official invitation to study,
• Arrival in Germany to book accommodation, complete the necessary documents and start your studies.

Candidates do not pass entrance exams - admission is based on the results of communication with the employees of Leipzig Studienkolleg.

Every year, Leipzig Studienkolleg graduates about 55-70 specialists, respectively, recruiting approximately the same number of students for the new stream.

With the FSP certificate, which is awarded at the end of the course, students are eligible for admission to all universities of applied sciences and technical colleges in Germany. Currently, there are 242 suitable colleges and 5,626 specialized study programs in the country.

If a student has passed the FSP final exam, they are in the process of applying for summer or winter semester study. If graduation falls during the winter semester, the student may be invited to continue their educational journey at the partner university Zittau/Görlitz.

Registration of new students takes place shortly before the start of each of the semesters: until April 1 and October 1.

International applicants must provide:

• High school diploma translated into English or German,
• A telc, TestDaF or Goethe certificate confirming knowledge of the German language at least level B1,
• Conditional offer from a German university/college,
• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit. The staff of Leipzig Studienkolleg can help you with insurance and visa documents.

The Saxon Ministry of Science, Culture and Tourism (SMWK) has approved funding for a private preparatory college, whichmeans that asylum seekers who are recognized as refugees under the Geneva Convention can apply for a BAföG to finance their studies. 

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision