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CSE Exchange in Germany: Technical University of Munich

Europe

Take classes in engineering and related fields with German and international students at the Technische Universität München (TUM), a top German school.

This program is administered by College of Science & Engineering and open to CSE students only. Applications are processed by the Learning Abroad Center.

Program Details

Location
Location
Munich, Germany
Term
Term
Academic Year
Spring Semester
Housing
Housing
Apartment
Dormitory
Sponsor
Sponsor
College of Science & Engineering

Program Eligibility

Student Type
Student Type
UofM Students
Student Year
Student Year
Sophomores
Juniors
Seniors
GPA
GPA
2.8
Language Prerequisite
Language Prerequisite
German language background expected

About

Take classes in engineering and related fields with German and international students at the Technische Universität München (TUM), a top German school participating in the “Excellence Initiative” launched by the German Federal Government. The core fields at TUM are: engineering and economics, natural and life sciences, and medicine and sports.

Most courses are in German, but each semester there are offerings in English particularly at the lower-level graduate instruction (4th year). 

TUM semester dates do not match the UofM, so careful planning is necessary.

Program Model

Exchange
University Study

Application Deadline

Open to sophomores and above with a 2.8 GPA. Students majoring in science disciplines in CLA and CBS may be admitted if course requirements are available at TUM. Application deadline mid-May for academic year; mid-October for spring semester. There is no specific language requirement, but successful candidates will have at least some experience in German language study. You must apply through the College of Science & Engineering.

Academics

Design a program of study in consultation with College of Science & Engineering faculty. Instruction is in German and English (only CompSci) by TUM faculty. Typical credits: 26–30 for academic year; 13–15 for spring semester. You must take at least 12 credits per semester.

More Information

Applicants for this exchange must be endorsed by the College of Science and Engineering. For additional information, check out the program-specific CSE Engineering Exchange: Germany website and/or contact CSE International Programs.

 

Program Fee

Spring 2024 Cost of Participation

Program fees include tuition, fees, and international health insurance. Housing, meals, airfare, and personal expenses are additional. Use the budget estimate for this program to help plan for the estimated cost of the program. Participating students receive updated cost information as soon as it is available.

Spring 2024

CSE Exchange in Germany: Technical U of Munich

Spring Semester 2024

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $9,496
International health insurance $324
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $10,220
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $10,220

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,400
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $120
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,670
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $200
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $5,000
Essential daily living expenses $1,800
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $7,000

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $18,890
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $1,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Academic Year Fall 2022/Spring 2023

CSE Exchange in Germany: Technical U of Munich

Academic Yr Fall 2022/Spring 2023

Program Fee

  • UofM students pay program fee instead of on-campus tuition & fees while abroad
  • Billed through UofM account
Non-refundable deposit $400
Tuition and educational costs $16,875
International health insurance $550
Housing and/or meals $0
Transportation (if required and included in program fee) $0
Total Program Fee $17,825
Program discount for University of Minnesota and Big Ten students, if applicable $0
Total Program Fee with discount, if applicable $17,825

Estimated Additional Expenses

  • Financial aid-eligible but not included in program fee
Costs Typically Incurred Prior to Departure These costs may need to be paid before your financial aid is disbursed for your term abroad.
Transportation to and from program site $1,600
Passport/photos $150
Visa/required documents $120
Travel clinic/immunizations* $0
Housing deposit $0
Total Estimated Cost Incurred Prior to Departure $1,870
Costs Typically Incurred After Arrival in Host Country
Texts/materials $400
Housing and/or meals not included in program fee $9,000
Essential daily living expenses $3,500
Total Estimated Cost Incurred After Arrival in Host Country $12,900

Total Estimated Cost of Participation

  • UofM students—compare this to your estimated on campus cost of attendance
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $32,595
Spending money and personal travel Not included in financial aid calculation $2,000
Additional Notes & Information
* Immunizations Note: This estimate is based on approximate cost of travel-related vaccinations and medications required for entry or recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your costs may be higher or lower depending on your travel clinic, the specific immunizations and medication prescribed, and your insurance coverage.

Prepare

Complete pre-application advising.

Be aware: All programs require a $50 application fee. This fee will be charged to your student account upon submission of an online application.

It is your responsibility to apply directly to the College of Science & Engineering and your host institution. Be sure to work with CSE to give yourself enough time to prepare the required documents. Once you have been accepted by CSE and your host institution, you may proceed with the LAC online application process. Please contact CSE International Programs with questions about applying for this CSE exchange.

To complete the online application for this program, you will need to select or provide the following information on the online application:

Apply

Once CSE has nominated you for the program, you will receive a link to the Learning Abroad Center's application system by email. You must complete this application to enter yourself in the Learning Abroad Center's system. This ensures that you retain your U of M student status while abroad, as well as access to financial aid, international insurance, etc.

Complete

Once you submit your application, you will receive an email notification confirming that your application was received and that you are now in the Learning Abroad Center's system. Once you are accepted to your host university, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist, which will include the following items:

  • First Step
  • Confirmation and Payment Agreement
  • Health Information Form
  • University of Minnesota Release and Waiver

Detailed descriptions and instructions for submitting each checklist item are included on the confirmation checklist assigned to you. You should also continue working with CSE and your host institution for pre-departure considerations.