Cologne city is the 4th largest in Germany with a population of over 1 million people. It is a major metropolitan area in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. As home to around 72,000 students, Cologne has numerous colleges and universities.

Germany is a great destination for international scholars and has a high quality higher education system. The value of this level of education has been improved by the Germany's strong economy. Foreign students enjoy excellent living standards in a secure and safe surroundings. Berlin is the capital.

Pathway programs are designed to initially help many international students improve written and oral communication skills in preparation for study abroad. Intensive language classes help students reach the language proficiency levels needed for advanced studies. Classes often cover educational and cultural differences experienced when studying in another country.