College Advising

A world of opportunity awaits GISNY graduates. We help support the journey forward.

A GISNY education provides students with international recognition, valuable connections, and a global spectrum of choices for higher education and future pursuits. Yet before students leave our campus, we want to ensure they have the support they need to realize their potential.

College advisors work closely with families to help students find their paths and apply to their favorite schools, guiding them through the college selection and application process in the U.S., Canada, Great Britain, Germany, and other European countries.

Our highly individualized approach to college advising ensures graduates take advantage of every educational opportunity available.

College Admission Prep

GISNY’s savvy advisors offer a variety of information sessions and workshops to prepare students and families for the college application process, including:

Career orientation
Q&As with college graduates
Interview training
College fairs
Career day
Alumni panels
Community service opportunities

Studying in the US

Our team provides expert advice and resources to help our students navigate the college application process, paving their way to success. College and university admissions officers take into account:

Comprehensive Grade Review: US colleges consider students' performance from grades 9 to 12, emphasizing the importance of consistent academic effort throughout.
Holistic Evaluation: Beyond grades, colleges value diverse experiences and contributions. Engaging in community service, leading in extracurricular activities, and demonstrating leadership skills are pivotal to standing out.
Standardized Testing: Achieving strong scores on the SAT or ACT is a critical component of the application, requiring dedicated preparation to meet college benchmarks.
Personal Insights: Through letters of recommendation and personal essays, colleges seek to understand your unique story and potential contribution to their community.

At select US colleges and universities, students who have earned the German International Abitur may receive college credits for their completed courses.

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Studying in Europe

Possibilities

The German International Abitur opens doors to top-tier colleges and universities worldwide, offering a streamlined admission process in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Studying in Europe presents distinct benefits for both local and international students:

World-Class Academics: Europe's institutions are celebrated for their excellence across various disciplines, providing globally recognized, high-quality education.
Research and Innovation: Students gain access to forefront research and cutting-edge technology, fostering innovation across fields.
Cultural Immersion: Experience Europe's diverse cultures firsthand, enhancing language skills and personal development.
Affordable Education: With many institutions offering low or no tuition fees, European education is both accessible and financially manageable.

Germany

Germany is home to leading colleges and universities renowned for academic excellence, pioneering research, and innovation. Positioned at the heart of Europe and as its largest economy, Germany provides students with unparalleled opportunities to explore the continent, significantly enriching their study abroad experience through travel and cultural diversity.

Our team offers individualized guidance to our students but this list of helpful resources offers a start:

FAQ Studying in Germany
Official Study Guide
Database on degree programs and a study interest test
University ranking
Hochschulstart: service platform to apply for undergraduate courses including the central allocation of nationwide admission-restricted study programs in the subjects of human medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry and pharmacy.

Germany is home to many of our students and they opt to return there for their studies.

Living in Germany

Financing

In Germany, colleges and universities offer low or no tuition fee education to students of all nationalities. Elsewhere in Europe, many institutions charge nominal fees for EU citizens. While the United Kingdom has phased out reduced tuition for EU citizens, its fees remain substantially lower compared to those in the US.

Numerous countries provide need-based financial aid and scholarships. Specifically for Germany, explore the DAAD database, which provides details on scholarships available to both German and international students and researchers, including opportunities from other organizations. Additionally, explore these scholarship options for studying in Germany.

German citizens pursuing studies in Germany are eligible to apply for need-based state funding through the Federal Training Assistance Act (Bafög).

College & University Acceptances

Canada & United States

Canada
McGill University

United States
Bard College
Boston University
Bowdoin College
Bucknell University
Case Western Reserve University
Columbia University
Clemson University
Denison University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Fashion Institute of Technology
Fordham University
George Washington University
Georgetown University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Harvard University
Hofstra University
Louisiana State University
Loyola University New Orleans
Mercer University
New York University
North Carolina State University
Pace University
Pennsylvania State University
Purdue University

Princeton University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
SUNY Binghamton
SUNY Buffalo
SUNY Buffalo State
SUNY New Paltz
SUNY Oswego
SUNY Purchase
SUNY Stony Brook
SUNY Westchester
Syracuse University
The Julliard School
Tufts University
University of Arizona
University of Delaware
University of Georgia
University of Maryland
University of Mississippi
University of Pittsburgh (Greenburgh)
University of Southern California
University of Vermont
University of Virginia
Vassar College
Virginia Tech
Yale University
Wesleyan University

Austria, Germany & Switzerland

Austria
Universität Wien

Germany
Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Freie Universität Berlin
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München
RWTH Aachen University
Technische Universität München
Universität Heidelberg
Universität Passau

Switzerland
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Eidgenössiche Technische Hochschule (ETH) Zürich
Universität Basel
Universität Bern
Université de Lausanne
Universität Zürich

Other European Countries

Our College Advising Team

College Advising

College Admission Prep

Helpful Resources

Klaus Himmelstein

Kelsey Melkonian