Bonn, Beethoven's birthplace, was the capital of West Germany until 1990. Today it is home to a United Nations campus and many international organisations, offering a calm, international place to study on the banks of the Rhine.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Bonn:
Language schools in Cologne are also a short train ride away.
Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. German levels go from A1 to C2, and on an intensive course you should allow about two months per level.
Language school fees in Bonn depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and off-season dates. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a booking confirmation and, if needed, a letter of acceptance for your visa. Junior programs require parental consent.
June to August is the busiest time for both courses and accommodation, so booking early pays off. In autumn and winter, classes are quieter and prices are usually lower.
Turkish citizens apply for a Schengen visa for courses of up to 90 days, and for a national (type D) language course visa for courses longer than 90 days. For the national visa, the course must have at least 18 lessons a week. You will need the school's letter of acceptance, proof of payment, health insurance and proof of sufficient funds.
The national language course visa allows you to work up to 20 hours a week. This is a good way to cover part of your living costs and practise your German at work. Short-term Schengen visas do not include permission to work.
Homestays are common in Bonn and suit those who want to stay somewhere quieter than Cologne.
Living costs in Bonn are more reasonable than in the big cities. The city's small size keeps transport costs low, and Cologne is only a short train ride away.
Bonn has light rail, trams and buses for getting around. The €63 monthly Deutschlandticket also covers trains to Cologne and towns in the Rhine valley.
Thanks to its location in the Rhine valley, Bonn has a mild climate with gentle winters and warm summers.
The nearest airport is Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), with direct flights from many Turkish cities. Bonn's city centre is about 30 minutes away by bus or train.
Bonn is 2 hours behind Turkey in winter and 1 hour behind during daylight saving time (late March to late October).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Bonn free support with comparing schools, getting price quotes, arranging accommodation and preparing visa documents.
Bonn is quieter and more international, while Cologne is bigger and livelier. The two are so close by train that you can live in one and enjoy the other.
Yes. The Goethe-Institut Bonn offers general and intensive German courses and exam preparation.
We recommend applying 4-6 weeks ahead for short courses and at least 3 months ahead for long programs that require a visa.
You can book from 1 week to 1 year. Students aiming for university usually choose programs of 6-12 months.
Yes. Schools offer homestay, residence and student house options, and NGGlobal arranges your accommodation together with your enrolment.
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