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AIFS Abroad in Berlin, Germany (HUB): Semester
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Spend a semester with AIFS Abroad in the historic capital of Germany! Take interdisciplinary social science and humanities classes at the prestigious Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, the city’s oldest university and host to 29 Nobel Prize winners, including Albert Einstein. This unique program utilizes Berlin as a learning laboratory – each class includes embedded field trips throughout the city, encouraging a deeper understanding of the historical context and contemporary issues impacting Berlin, Germany, and Europe. All coursework is taught in English. You will live in an apartment, sharing a kitchen and bathroom with 1 or 2 other students. You will receive a meal card to access subsidized lunches in low-cost university cafeterias, near the main campus and apartments. Typical activities, tours, and visits may include: - Berlin city tour - German cooking class - Visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island in Berlin - Visit to the Reichstag, the German Parliament - Picnics and social events - Visit to Berlin State Museums, which includes a Museum Pass - Visit to the site of the former Nazi concentration camp at Sachsenhausen
Spend a semester with AIFS Abroad in the historic capital of Germany! Take interdisciplinary social science and humanities classes at the prestigious Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, the city’s oldest university and host to 29 Nobel Prize winners, including Albert Einstein. This unique program utilizes Berlin as a learning laboratory – each class includes embedded field trips throughout the city, encouraging a deeper understanding of the historical context and contemporary issues impacting Berlin, Germany, and Europe. All coursework is taught in English. You will live in an apartment, sharing a kitchen and bathroom with 1 or 2 other students. You will receive a meal card to access subsidized lunches in low-cost university cafeterias, near the main campus and apartments. Typical activities, tours, and visits may include: - Berlin city tour - German cooking class - Visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island in Berlin - Visit to the Reichstag, the German Parliament - Picnics and social events - Visit to Berlin State Museums, which includes a Museum Pass - Visit to the site of the former Nazi concentration camp at Sachsenhausen
Program Highlights
Earn up to 15 semester credits at the prestigious Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.
Choose from a wide variety of courses available; taught in English and German.
Benefit from an inclusive program fee, with housing, a meal card, cultural activities, and more.
Receive a travel pass for Berlin.
Guarantee help with any questions or receive advice from an on-site program director throughout the program.
Quick Details
- Berlin, Germany
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
- Anthropology
- Art History
- Business
- Communications
- Culture
- Economics
- Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- German
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism & Broadcasting
- Law
- Literature
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Theater
- Travel & Tourism
- American
Awards
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August 20, 2025by: Louis Douglas - United StatesI really enjoyed my time with The FU best program through the AIFS office. the office provided many activities to do if you didn't have your own plans and the education at the FU best will without a doubt improve your German language skills. I hope not to soon forget this expiries as I hold many people there near and dear to my heart
Program Details
Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know
Locations
- Berlin, Germany
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Anthropology
- Art History
- Business
- Communications
- Culture
- Economics
- Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
- German
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism & Broadcasting
- Law
- Literature
- Philosophy
- Political Science & Politics
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Theater
- Travel & Tourism
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Age Requirement
18-30
Guidelines
- American
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- In-Country Orientation
- Assistance Booking Travel
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Alumni / Networking Membership
- Emergency Support
- Some Program Activity Costs
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum GPA?
Minimum of 2.5 GPA
Is a visa required?
U.S. citizens do not need to apply for a visa before traveling to Germany and can enter Europe on a 90-day “tourist visa”, which is provided on arrival in the country. If you are a non-U.S. citizen, you may need to apply for a Type – D national visa before traveling to Germany. Please contact the AIFS Admissions Officer for further information.
What courses are offered?
AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students in Berlin, with various academic options available.
Where can I find DEI info about Berlin?
Even before departure, dive right into the experience with the assurance that your stay in Berlin will be different than at home. With that said, check out our Social Identity & Access page for resources and tips for navigating a new environment.
Ready to Learn More?
Spend a semester with AIFS Abroad in the historic capital of Germany! Take interdisciplinary social science and humanities classes at the prestigious Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, the city’s oldest university and host to 29 Nobel Prize winners, including Albert Einstein. This unique program utilizes Berlin as a learning laboratory – each class includes embedded field trips throughout the city, encouraging a deeper understanding of the historical context and contemporary issues impacting Berlin, Germany, and Europe. All coursework is taught in English. You will live in an apartment, sharing a kitchen and bathroom with 1 or 2 other students. You will receive a meal card to access subsidized lunches in low-cost university cafeterias, near the main campus and apartments. Typical activities...
AIFS Abroad
AIFS Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Spend a semester with AIFS Abroad in the historic capital of Germany! Take interdisciplinary social science and humanities classes at the prestigious Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, the city’s oldest university and host to 29 Nobel Prize winners, including Albert Einstein. This unique program utilizes Berlin as a learning laboratory – each class includes embedded field trips throughout the city, encouraging a deeper understanding of the historical context and contemporary issues impacting Berlin, Germany, and Europe. All coursework is taught in English. You will live in an apartment, sharing a kitchen and bathroom with 1 or 2 other students. You will receive a meal card to access subsidized lunches in low-cost university cafeterias, near the main campus and apartments. Typical activities...
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