The difference between public and private universities in Germany lies in funding and cost. Public universities are mostly government-funded, charge very low or no tuition fees but may require German language. Private universities are funded privately, charge tuition fees, and may offer more specialized programs, and IELTS is accepted.
For studying in Germany, English-taught programs generally require IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.0.
Most of the university requires Interview but some universities where English proficiency requirement is already high may not require the interview.
For studying in Germany, international students are required to open a blocked account to prove they have enough funds to cover living expenses. Currently, the minimum required amount is approximately €11,904 per year from which you can withdraw €992 per month.
A blocked account is a special bank account for international students in Germany where you deposit a fixed amount of money before arrival. The funds are “blocked,” meaning you can only withdraw a limited monthly amount (usually around €992) to cover living expenses, ensuring you have sufficient financial support while studying.
Besides Blocked Account, you need to show genuine income sources of your family with itemized bank statements covering the period of 6 months.
It approximately may takes 6-8 weeks for the visa decision.
Yes, there are some scholarships available for international students which may vary upon different universities and also the eligibility requirement is different. Generally, it ranges from 20% to 50%.