The (virtual) Germany Grad Fair 2025

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Heidelberg University is Germany’s oldest university, consistently ranked among the top three universities in Germany, and one of the strongest research universities in Europe. Heidelberg University offers the full spectrum of disciplines — from the humanities, law, and social sciences to the natural and life sciences, including medicine — with collaboration across fields. This includes our Clusters of Excellence and, for example, four new cross-border, cross-institutional doctoral networks. 

This session will feature opportunities for Master and PhD students. We will also present our HAUS Study Scholarship for study in 2026-27 (the call for applications will open in early 2026).

Heidelberg University will be represented by:

• Dr. Katja Simons, Executive Director, Heidelberg University Association
• Melanie Grossmann, Program Officer, Heidelberg University Association

Websites:
Heidelberg University: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en
Heidelberg University Association: https://www.hua.uni-heidelberg.de/en
 

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Discover our broad variety of English-speaking Masters degree programs across our network of seven leading Universities of Applied Sciences. UAS7 member universities excel in applied teaching and transformative research and have a strong focus on internationalization. 

Find out more about graduate opportunities at our member universities (in English and in German):
Berlin School of Economics and Law
Hochschule Bremen (HSB) – City University of Applied Sciences
Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
TH Köln – University of Applied Sciences
HM Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences
FH Münster University of Applied Sciences 
Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences

We will be here to answer your questions:

• Patrizia Nobbe, PhD, Executive Director UAS7 North America Office
• Sonja Borgmann, Masters Student at TH Köln - University of Applied Sciences, Intern at UAS7 North America Office

Websites:
UAS7 North America Home: https://www.uas7.org/en 
UAS7 Degree Programs: https://www.uas7.org/en/students-alumni/degree-programs
 

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Your Master’s or PhD at the University of Cologne!

This session offers an overview of the opportunities for undergraduate students to join a free-of-charge Master’s or PhD program at the University of Cologne in Germany. Located in the heart of Europe, the University of Cologne offers you a vibrant international student community with tuition-free education, world-class research environment including five Clusters of Excellence, wide range of programs taught in English, and strong support structures for students and early-career researchers. Together with the tolerant, inclusive atmosphere and the Karneval culture, Cologne is the ideal destination for your graduate studies.

The University of Cologne will be represented by:

• Dr. Eva Bosbach, Executive Director, University of Cologne New York Office
• Cara Schönmüller, Intern, University of Cologne New York Office, and UoC student
   

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Your Gateway to Earning a Master's or Ph.D. in Berlin! Join the „Berlin Experience“ in the heart of Europe at TU Berlin. 

What is the Berlin experience? Get valuable insights through a personal story!

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• Getting started at TU Berlin:

Visa, Housing, Living in Berlin

• Overview Master Programms in English:

Office of Student Affairs

• Pursuing a Doctorate at TU Berlin:

TU Berlin Center for Junior Scholars
 
 

 TU Berlin will be represented by:

• Alexander Moritz, Advisor and Liaison for TU Berlin in the Bay Area
• Moreen Willaredt, PostDoctoral Scholar at UC Davis and TU Berlin Alumna
   

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The University of Freiburg will be represented by:

• Birgit Anderson, Executive Director Liaison Office North America, University of Freiburg
• Eva Rueskamp, Lead, International Research Marketing, University of Freiburg
   

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The University Alliance Ruhr is a strategic alliance of Ruhr University Bochum, TU Dortmund University and the University of Duisburg-Essen, located in the heart of Germany. Together, we form one of Europe’s most dynamic academic research hubs, home to 120,000 students, with 17% of whom are international, supported by a research community of 14,000 scholars. With 17 collaborative research centers and more than €330 million in annual research funding, UA Ruhr fosters innovation across disciplines!

In our breakout session, we will provide information about our wide variety of graduate degree programs at our universities and the opportunities they offer for international students. We also have 100% English-taught degree programs, spanning the humanities to STEM subjects, ensures that students from around the world can find their right academic and professional path. We look forward to informing you about our exciting programs and the diverse career opportunities and resources available at our universities.

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What is Campus OWL?

• Represents five German universities from the OWL Region (OstWestfalenLippe): Bielefeld University, Paderborn University, Hochschule Bielefeld (HSBI), OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts (TH OWL), Detmold University of Music
• Connects academia and industry in one of Germany’s most dynamic regions
• The New York Office fosters study, research, and partnerships across North America
• Promotes exchange programs, internships, joint research, and startup engagement
• A hub for international cooperation, knowledge sharing, and opportunities for students

Campus OWL will be represented by:

• Michael Paulus, Executive Director Campus OWL New York Office

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For non-German citizens, please review this information provided by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany New York: