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Semester Abroad in Germany

Studying in Germany

Immerse yourself in the world of business in the German state that is the home of Porsche, Daimler AG, Roche and Siemens! Linfield’s partner institution in Germany. Nuertingen Geisslingen University offers an English language program that allows you to continue and deepen your business education, while experiencing German culture in the beautiful state of Baden-Wurttemberg in southern Germany.

“Fifteen days into your life abroad you find yourself sitting in the kitchen planning a trip to another country with 10 people whose names you're still trying to remember. Quickly a month has passed. The people who were strangers baked you a cake on your birthday two days after meeting you, they greet you in the halls and around town and you find yourself looking at familiar faces when going to Mensa. Suddenly the countdown you have until you see your sister and your dog and your best friend is a sad reminder of the limited days left. You make plans to visit each other and you realize you're a much stronger person than you imagined.”

—Emily Walker

Program Details

  • Program

    • Nürtingen-Geislingen University (NGU):Nürtingen, Germany 
      • Students study at the Nürtingen campus of NGU, located in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, the home state of such businesses as Roche, Daimler AG, Porsche and Siemens.
      • Within a two hours drive of Nürtingen, you will find the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, the Black Forest, France, Heidelberg Castle and so much more. Munich is just over a two hour drive away!
      • Arrive early and join the ten day orientation session, where you can not only meet other students but explore the fairytale scenery of southern Germany, home of beautiful castles and mystical forests.
      • The International Programs office at NGU will pair you with a German mentor, to help you navigate the new experiences you encounter and give you an insight into German culture.

  • Academics

    Students are required to take 30 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits per semester.

  • Dates

    • Fall (late September - late January)
    • Spring (early March - late July)

  • Housing/Meals

    • Campus residence halls
    • Students prepare their own food

  • Additional Requirements and Recommendations

    • There is no language requirement for NGU
    • It is highly recommended that students take TCCA 230 (Intercultural Communication: Global Perspectives).

  • Costs

  • Other Information