15 Years of Guidance from startING | Offenburg University of Applied Sciences

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What comes after high school graduation or the Fachhochschulreife? Which college program is really right for me? How can I make the transition from high school to University as smooth as possible?

For 15 years now, the startING introductory semester at Hochschule Offenburg has been providing young people with the perfect answers to these questions. As a proven guide, the program helps high school graduates avoid making the wrong decisions and start their future on a solid footing. The one-semester program offers a genuine taste of everyday campus life: lectures, interactive workshops, and real labs. In addition, a variety of formats for academic and career orientation support students in choosing the right degree program. The fact that this concept is catching on is also demonstrated by the introductory semester’s nationwide recognition.

Prospective students can enroll for the 2026/27 winter semester until September 18.