The Program
Make the most of your summer by attending Osnabrück University's Advanced Intensive German five-week Summer School program this July. Immerse yourself in German culture, meet people from all over the world, and benefit from Osnabrück's decades worth of experience in hosting international students.
Academics
The following course is offered during the Summer 2025 session (July 1 to July 30, 2025):
- Advanced Intensive German (level A2/B1) (6 US credits)
This Summer School offers participants with prior knowledge of the German language at level A2/B1 (CEFR) the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the language and to experience more than 1000 years of German culture and civilization in and around the city of Osnabrück, the City of Peace. By the end of the program, students will have mastered advanced language skills in German equivalent to level B1/B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The program is a cooperation between the Language Center and the International Office at Osnabrück University.
- Primary language of instruction: German
- Necessary language level: German: A2/B1; English: B
Program Inclusions
- Local Transportation: Free public transportation in Osnabrück
- Meal Pass: While meals are not included with the program fee, Osnabrück will provide all students with a pass that allows students to eat in the on-campus cafeteria at a highly discounted rate.
- Excursion: Three day trip to Berlin at the conclusion of the program (+300 euro)
- Wireless Internet: Free wireless internet on campus
Housing and Meals
Osnabrück University’s International Office will arrange for your accommodation. You will stay in a single room in either a dormitory or a carefully selected homestay. Please note that due to logistic reasons, it is not possible to make any commitments regarding your accommodation.
Student dorm
Together with other Osnabrück and international students, you will be accommodated in a single room in a student dorm. Each room provides internet access and is equipped with a washing facility. Showers and toilets are shared with the fellow roommates of each corridor, and so is the kitchen where you can store foods in a fridge and prepare meals. The student dorms also feature common rooms for eventual get-togethers or facilities for outdoor activities. The laundry rooms provide washing machines and tumble dryers. Any student dorm can be easily reached by public transportation.
Homestay
Staying with an Osnabrück family or in a shared flat with other Osnabrück students is a great way to enhance your German language skills! To make sure that you are in good hands, Osnabrück inspects all of the homestays thoroughly through home visits. Homestays provide you with a single room, shared facilities and full use of the kitchen. All homestays are within reach of public transportation.
Costs (budget sheet)
Select your term of interest for the latest budget information.
Insurance
All students participating in this program are covered by the SUNY full health and accident insurance as well as medical evacuation and repatriation insurance.
Financial Aid
Students currently receiving financial aid may be able to use their aid for overseas study, and in some cases may have their awards increased. Students should consult their home campus financial aid office for information on financial aid eligibility during overseas study.
Applications
Late applications are accepted on a space-available basis. Please contact our office at intled@oswego.edu for further details.
A non-refundable deposit of $250, applicable to the program cost, must be paid within 14 days of acceptance to the program in order to secure program participation. Any deviation from program requirements must be requested in writing and authorized by the Director of International Education and Programs before the final payment date.
Updated: 1/14/25
