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AIFS Abroad in Berlin, Germany (FUB): Semester (Study Abroad Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Berlin, Germany
  • Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic)
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  • Program Sponsor: AIFS 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year UCM Deadline Campus Decision Date Start Date End Date
IOP Fall 2025 05/07/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
IOP Year (academic) 2025-2026 05/07/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
IOP Spring 2026 09/08/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
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Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 3.00 Click here for a definition of this term Minimum language GPA (if taking courses in a language other than English): 3.00
Click here for a definition of this term Class standing: 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior Language of instruction: English, German
Housing options: Home-stay, Private apartments Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study: Art history, Art studio, Business administration, Economics, English, Environmental studies, Film and media studies, History, International studies, Legal studies, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political science, Psychology, Sociology
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Call: (800) 727-2437

Germany: Freie Universität Berlin European Studies Program (FU Best)

Spend a semester or academic year in the dynamic and artistic city of Berlin, Germany, with AIFS Abroad! Study a variety of academic program options at Freie Universität Berlin (FU Berlin). A leading research institution, FU Berlin attracts a student enrollment of almost 30,000. The campus is located in a charming, quiet section of the city that is conveniently close to Berlin's lively downtown area.

 Semester/Term Eligibility Requirements Rec. Semester Credits
 Fall, Spring or
Academic Year		  Open to Sophomore, Junior, Senior Minimum of 3 GPA  Up to 15


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Where You'll Study

Freie Universität Berlin is a comprehensive, degree-granting university with 15 departments and a student enrollment of almost 30,000. As a leading research institution, it receives additional federal funding for its institutional future development strategy.

What Makes AIFS Abroad different?

Career Readiness

Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.

Access, Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity (AIDE)

As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Social Identity Pages to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
AIDE General Social Identity Resources

Sustainability

We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Tuition
  • Pre-departure advising
  • Housing
  • Onsite Resident Director
  • Cultural & Social
    Activities
  • Excursions & day trips
    24/7 Emergency
    Support
  • Comprehensive
    insurance
  • Carbon offsets
  • and more

EXCURSIONS COULD INCLUDE

  • Hamburg and Copenhagen
  • Nuremberg and Prague
  • Cologne and Brussels
  • and more.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Group flight package
  • Airport transfer
  • Additional excursions

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

AIFS funding, combined with other sources of financial support students can access, will help make international education goals attainable. Find out more about what we have to offer.

Learn more about funding