A city of 280,000 inhabitants located near the French border, Karlsruhe is one of Baden-W rttemberg's industrial centers. The university began in 1825 as a technical school and has been expanded to offer courses in 40 disciplines, mainly in the natural and applied sciences, including engineering and computer science. Master's level-students in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering may be able to benefit from courses taught in English. There are 17,000 students enrolled at the University of Karlsruhe. Other Universities Three other participating universities offer more specialized programs of study.
All students live in single rooms in student dormitories equipped with kitchen facilities.
Meals are also available in inexpensive student cafeterias. Your floormates may be German students or other international students from around the world. Scholarships Most forms of financial aid, such as grants or loans for which you are eligible on your home campus, may be applied to the German program. Veterans' benefits may also be applied. Check with your campus financial aid office for specific information.