Spend an unforgettable summer in one of Germany's most beautiful university towns!
Engaging Academic Program: Take courses led by distinguished UNC faculty and renowned experts from the University of Tübingen, offering high-quality education in various fields
Excursion to Berlin: Discover the vibrant heart of Germany on a three-day trip to Berlin, packed with guided tours, history, and excitement
German Language Courses: Deepen your language skills in immersive German classes
Buddy Program: Connect with local students, experience authentic student life, and make friends from around the world.
Social Events & Receptions: Celebrate with Welcome and Farewell Receptions, plus a range of social activities to enrich your summer experience
The social program includes cultural activities as well as social gatherings such as a welcome and farewell reception, an intercultural evening, and making pretzels.
You will get the chance to experience German culture, explore Tübingen and its surroundings - a perfect chance get to know your classmates and Tübingen students better and have fun together.
The summer school is open for 12 students from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and 12 students from other universities. The course is designed for undergraduate students from all academic disciplines with a strong general interest in cultures, Europe and Germany in particular. Preference is given to applicants from a partner university.
A very good command of English and the willingness to actively participate during course activities are required.
Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Max. participants: 24
Please note: Participants in the Summer School will not be enrolled as students of the University of Tübingen.
To support you during your stay in Tübingen and to promote an intercultural exchange we have set up a Buddy Program in which a student of the University of Tübingen teams up with a T-IES participant.
