A general list of documents while planning for studying must include the following:-

 

Online Application form: - 

The form can be obtained from the official website of the selected universities. This form includes academic information and a summary of your previous educational courses and personal information. 

 

Academic Transcripts: -

Transcripts include details of your educational background, your mark sheets, achievements, etc. You can get these from your previous school/college on request. 

 

Academic Resume: - 

Some universities may demand a professional resume showing your personal, academic, and work details.  

 

Letters of Recommendation (LOR): - 

Generally, 2 or 3 letters are required to submit before the deadline prescribed by the university. These may include your academic strengths, hidden potentials, teamwork, and technical skills, etc that are to be filled by your professors or employer/managers.

 

Statement of purpose (SOP): - 

Your statement of purpose should represent your interest, reasons for joining the course specifically, future academic goals, Scientific and research interests, and motivations for further studies. 

 

Standardized tests: -

GRE and GMAT score reports have to be attached along with the application (if applicable). German language tests like TestDaF or DSH are required for a German-taught program. English Proficiency tests like TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE are required for applicants whose native language is not English and who do not have a bachelor’s degree from a US university where English is the fundamental language of instruction. 

 

 Other certificates or achievements: - You can also include certificates of achievements and work experience (if any).  

 

Health Insurance: - 

Health insurance is essential for an international student in Germany. It is also advised as safety for students by the German government. 

 

Proof of funds: - 

You may also be required to present receipts of available funds or bank statements to authorities to make sure you can take care of the living and tuition costs.

 

Passport: - 

You must have a copy of your passport ready before applying for abroad studies.

 

Note: - All the photocopies of the documents (Mark sheets, scorecards, etc) attached by you should be attested copies.

 

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