University of Maryland

Location: College Park, Maryland

Semester spots: 1 direct exchange semester spot and 1 Erasmus+ worldwide semester spot

Open for: Bachelor

Minimum language requirement: TOEFL iBT: 90 (min. 22 scores in all categories), IELTS: 6.5 (min. 6.5 in all categories), DET (Duolingo English Test): 110. Exception: Native speaker or at least 7 years of high school, university degree of US. See "English Profiency" here: Apply | Maryland Global (umd.edu).

GPA: 3.0 / 4.0 (corresponds to 2,0 in the German scale)

Duration: End of August - December and January - middle of May

Additional Scholarships:

One Erasmus+ worldwide scholarship (€820 travel grant and €700 monthly grant for living expenses).

Additional Costs:

Health insurance: $2,494 per academic year

Activity / Recreation Fee: approx. $43 per semester

A proof of funds of $9,500 per semester is required for visa application.

Useful Links:

Information for exchange students: Incoming Exchange | Maryland Global (umd.edu)

Course catalogue: Schedule of Classes (umd.edu)

Academic calendar: Semester Calendar 2024-2025 | University of Maryland Catalog (umd.edu)