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Studying in Germany

Berlin or Munich? Which City to Study in, in Germany? (2026) New

Berlin or Munich? A no-winner, decision-framework guide: subject before city, Berlin (start-ups/arts/FU-HU-TU, ~€664 rent) vs Munich (engineering/TUM-LMU, ~€837 rent — most expensive city), job market and living compared + a quick "which fits you" de…

Halil Yaprakli

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21 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Studying in Germany

Frankfurt or Hamburg? Which City Should You Study in, in Germany? (2026) New

Frankfurt or Hamburg? A no-winner, decision-framework guide: subject before city, Frankfurt (finance/Goethe, ~€734 rent) vs Hamburg (port/media/TUHH, ~€626 rent), job market, living and travel-to-Turkey compared + a quick "which fits you" decision gu…

Halil Yaprakli

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21 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Visa & Residence

Two Keys to Your Career in Germany: a Master's or the Job Seeker Visa? (2026) New

A Master's degree and the job seeker visa meet on the same bridge: the 18-month post-study job-search permit (§20) with unrestricted work, the Chancenkarte (§20a) points system and extension, the power of a Master's diploma, shared strategies (German…

Halil Yaprakli

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21 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Visa & Residence

Switching from Study to Ausbildung (Vocational Training) in Germany: Now Possible (2026) New

In Germany you can switch into vocational training while studying — even during study preparation (Studienkolleg/conditional admission) — and change your residence permit. §16a requirements: a training contract + Federal Employment Agency approval; t…

Halil Yaprakli

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21 Jun 2026 · 2 min read

Visa & Residence

From Student Visa to Work Permit in Germany: Who Can Switch? (2026) New

Converting a study residence permit into a work permit: the 2023–2024 reform removed almost all of the Zweckwechselverbot (only §19c(1) temporary work remains). Why Bachelor's students can't (yet) switch, while those with a foreign degree and Master'…

Halil Yaprakli

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21 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Application

Germany Bachelor Application 2026: Complete Flow Guide for Turkish High School Graduates

Are you a Turkish high school graduate dreaming of university in Germany? This guide provides an A-to-Z roadmap for all Turkish students applying for a Bachelor's degree in Germany for 2026, simplifying the complex process.

Halil Yaprakli

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29 May 2026 · 9 min read

Studying in Germany

Studienkolleg Center List 2026: Public & Private Institutions

This 2026 list of Studienkolleg centers in Germany offers public and private options for Turkish students. Are you a Turkish student dreaming of studying at a university in Germany and have learned that your high school diploma isn't directly suffici...

Halil Yaprakli

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29 May 2026 · 9 min read

Studying in Germany

DAAD Scholarship Master & PhD 2026: Step-by-Step Application Guide

DAAD scholarships are highly sought after by students dreaming of higher education in Germany, offering comprehensive support. This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for the 2026 DAAD Master and PhD application process, helping you navigate i...

Halil Yaprakli

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29 May 2026 · 9 min read

Studying in Germany

Why ApplyToGerman (AlmanyaUni) Exists: An Open Letter from the Founder

For Turkish students, the path to Germany should turn from a dream into a plan — with clear steps, official sources, and community-tested experience. That is why ApplyToGerman (AlmanyaUni) exists.

Halil Yaprakli

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28 May 2026 · 6 min read

Studying in Germany

How to Get a German Steuer-ID as a Student: IBAN and Bank Selection

You've just arrived in Germany, it's your first week, and confusing bureaucracy awaits you. Topics like Steuer-ID (tax identification number) and IBAN can seem urgent even before you've found a home.

Halil Yaprakli

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28 May 2026 · 10 min read