Cologne, on the banks of the Rhine, is one of Germany's best-loved cities, known for its Gothic cathedral, its famous carnival and its friendly people. As Germany's fourth-largest city, with a strong media sector and a large university, it offers a rich environment for students and workers alike.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Cologne:
The Goethe-Institut schools in Bonn and Düsseldorf, 20-30 minutes away by train, are also good options for students living in Cologne.
How long you study depends on your goal: 2-4 weeks for a short holiday course, 3-6 months for everyday communication, and usually 9-12 months for a university application. At most schools, courses can be extended week by week.
Fees vary from school to school: institutes such as the Goethe-Institut are usually at the higher end, while private language schools offer more flexible pricing. Planning your course, accommodation and airport transfer together lowers the total cost. Ask NGGlobal for a quote with current prices and discounts.
Language schools accept students all year round. For short courses, booking 4-6 weeks ahead is usually enough. For programs requiring a national visa, plan your application 3-4 months ahead to allow for appointment waiting times.
Your visa type depends on the length of your course: a Schengen visa for up to 90 days, and a national visa for longer stays. For a national visa application you submit proof of enrolment in an intensive course (at least 18 lessons a week), accommodation details, health insurance and proof of funds. NGGlobal helps you prepare complete documents.
Students in Germany on a national language course visa may work up to 20 hours a week; working is not allowed on a Schengen visa. The scope of your work permission is stated on your visa, so check it before starting a job.
Cologne has a large student population, so finding a room can be hard at the start of semesters; arranging accommodation through the school makes it easier.
Living costs in Cologne are more reasonable than in Munich or Frankfurt. The city's lively neighbourhoods, affordable cafés and free events suit a student budget.
In Cologne, the KVB light rail (Stadtbahn) and bus network covers the whole city. With the €63 monthly Deutschlandticket you can also take regional trains to neighbouring cities such as Bonn and Düsseldorf.
Cologne is one of Germany's mildest cities: winters are usually gentle and summers are warm. Snow is rare, but rain is possible all year.
There are direct flights to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) from many Turkish cities; the flight from Istanbul takes about 3 hours. The S-Bahn reaches the city centre in about 15 minutes, and Düsseldorf Airport is a nearby alternative.
When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 11:00 in Cologne in summer and 10:00 in winter.
NGGlobal offers free guidance for Cologne at every step, from choosing a school to enrolment, accommodation and your visa. Contact us to find the right program for you together.
During carnival week (around February) the city gets very busy and some days feel like public holidays, so you can plan your course dates around it with your school.
Course fees in Cologne are around the German average, and lower living costs than other big cities make the total cost attractive.
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.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
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