Why Germany educates international students for free

As the country succeeds in attracting even more students from overseas, a mixture of demographics, ‘soft power’ concerns and local politics help explain its policy

Published on
April 21, 2017
Last updated
April 24, 2017
David Matthews
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Open doors: Germany encourages the flow of international students with free tuition and 18-month post-study work visas
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Print headline: Demographics and ‘soft power’: free education is key to Germany’s success

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#1 Submitted by Amandeep Paul on April 21, 2017 - 7:34pm
I apply for study
#2 Submitted by Thami on April 24, 2017 - 12:48am
i apply to study LLB
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