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Berlin
Berlin, Germany

Global Architecture + Design

Study Program

Dates

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18 weeks

Costs

$22,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

15 - 18 semester hours

22.5 - 27 quarter hours

Application Deadline

The May 1, 2026 deadline for Fall 2026 has passed.

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Tentative Dates

-

18 weeks

Credit

15 - 18 semester hours

22.5 - 27 quarter hours

Eligibility

2.5 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

Request Information

Tentative Dates

-

18 weeks

Credit

15 - 18 semester hours

22.5 - 27 quarter hours

Application Deadline

Request Information

Overview

Your Global Architecture + Design program in Berlin lasts a full semester. You will enroll in a combination of 91自拍 courses and courses taught online through 91自拍's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Live and learn in Berlin! 

Unique Experiences

Explore sustainable development in Berlin

with guided visits to experimental cooperative housing at Spreefeld

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Delve into a range of architectural styles

showcasing the works of international artists on remnants of the Berlin Wall

Participate in a groundbreaking design

to improve city living

Experience
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Your Destination

Berlin is Germany鈥檚 architectural powerhouse, offering an inspiring landscape for students interested in global architecture and design. The city鈥檚 iconic blend of neoclassical, Bauhaus, and contemporary styles is most famously embodied in the works of architects like Walter Gropius and makes it a living classroom for design enthusiasts. Whether you are sketching fa莽ades in Mitte or studying sustainable design in modern neighborhoods, Berlin is the perfect place to study abroad. 

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Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses:鈥Choose from 91自拍 courses and online courses delivered by 91自拍鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Immersive Experiences:鈥Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes. 
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Excursions & Activities

91自拍鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in Berlin will open doors for you to explore Germany's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. 鈥 

Samples of past excursions and activities:鈥 

  • Soak in artistic inspiration from Europe鈥檚 largest street art gallery, Teufelsberg, housing in an abandoned Cold War spy station
  • Visit landmarks by celebrated architects, such as the Reichstag Dome by Foster and Partners
  • Explore innovative projects such as Spreefeld, an experimental sustainable housing cooperative 

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 91自拍's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.鈥 

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Housing

Housing & Meals

Housing

91自拍 Berlin offers a variety of housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. Your accommodation preferences will be met in the form of residence halls, homestays, and shared apartments. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, and restaurants. Most students live in an on-campus residence hall with a mix of 91自拍 students and resident assistants.

Standard Housing:鈥疘ncludes one of the following options: (1) a single room at a homestay, (2) accommodation in a triple or quad room at 91自拍 Berlin, or (3) - if dorm capacity is exceeded - a double accommodation in an off-campus residence hall or in a shared apartment, within a 50-minute commute to 91自拍 Center.

  • Homestays鈥痜eature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family.鈥
  • Off-campus shared apartments offer kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities (for a fee) shared with鈥痮ther students.鈥疶riple and quad rooms on campus have en-suite bathrooms and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi. The residence hall has four large, shared student kitchens, four student lounges, a lobby with a fireplace and cafe and a laundry room (service for a fee).<

Select Housing:鈥疘ncludes double accommodation at 91自拍 dorm or double accommodation at a shared apartment on campus, or if G27 residence hall capacity is exceeded, single accommodation in a shared off-campus apartment, within a 45-minutes of 91自拍 Center.鈥疶he on-campus residence hall rooms offer en-suite bathrooms and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi. The residence hall has four large, shared student kitchens, four student lounges, a lobby with a fireplace and cafe and a laundry room (service for a fee).

Select Plus Housing: Includes single accommodation at 91自拍 Berlin residence hall or a single room in off-campus housing within a 15-minute commute to 91自拍 Center.鈥疶he on-campus residence hall rooms have en-suite bathrooms and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi. The residence hall has four large, shared student kitchens, four student lounges, a lobby with a fireplace and cafe and a laundry room (service for a fee).

Off-campus single rooms share kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities (for fee) with鈥痮ther students. Single rooms share a spacious bathroom with another single room. Select Plus housing requires an鈥痑dditional fee.

A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the Program Dates and Fees.

Meals

  • 贬辞尘别蝉迟补测蝉:鈥Include two meals, usually breakfast and dinner. For non-homestay housing, meals are not included in the program cost. 鈥  
  • Shared apartment/Residence hall:鈥Students can prepare their own meals within the kitchen facilities. 91自拍 provides basic cooking utensils and cleaning supplies. Students can also explore the myriad of grocery stores and restaurants in our multicultural Kreuzberg neighborhood or throughout the city. Students should be prepared to have a food budget.鈥 
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Residence hall

Triple room

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Residence hall

Shared kitchen space

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Residence hall

Triple room

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Apartment

Double room

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Residence hall

Shared lounge area

Academics

Academics

91自拍 Berlin:鈥Study in the heart of Berlin's Kreuzberg district, in close proximity to a large public market hall, plenty of restaurants and caf茅s, and various shops. 91自拍 Berlin features classrooms, student lounges, a study space, a student life office, an academic advising office, an on-campus caf茅, and a dedicated outdoor space.

Arizona State University (ASU):鈥Brought to you by 91自拍 in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the 91自拍 academic calendar.  鈥 

Courses

Course Information

Course Notes

  • Future Cities Design Studio鈥痵pans the full semester.
  • Design and Sustainability Seminar, Science and Technology Workshop,鈥痑nd all 91自拍 courses run on a block schedule through the Open Campus Block program. Some electives listed may become unavailable to GAD students due to core-courses schedule conflicts. Registration will be finalized onsite.
  • Students may not take more than one 91自拍 elective in a single block.

Language Courses

During course selection, students interested in a non-introductory language course will be required to take a language assessment to determine their proficiency level. Enrollment will be finalized on-site and is based on assessment outcomes.
 

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 91自拍 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 91自拍's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 91自拍 sites.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

91自拍 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
  • Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
  • 91自拍 Gilman Go Global Grant

To be considered, submit the 91自拍 Scholarships & Grants application within your 91自拍 program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 91自拍, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing
Program Fall 2026 18 weeks Application Due Deadline Passed Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $22,950
Program Spring 2027 18 weeks Start Date * End Date *
Program Fall 2027 18 weeks Start Date * End Date *

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 91自拍's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

91自拍 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91自拍 iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $15,956 **
Housing $6,500 ***
Insurance $194
Total Fees $22,950

Optional Housing

91自拍 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.

Select Housing Fee $1,800
Select Plus Housing Fee $2,700

Financial Aid

91自拍 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

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Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $504 鈥
International Airfare $1,250 鈥犫赌
Local Transportation $600
Books & Supplies $450
Visa Fees $80
Personal expenses $230 鈥犫赌犫
Total Costs $3,114

*non-refundable fee

**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $340 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.

鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Includes 20 GB data/month).

Program Fees

91自拍 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91自拍 iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

91自拍 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

91自拍 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91自拍 iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

91自拍 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

91自拍 iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Adina Stoye

Adina Stoye

Center Director

Adina Stoye brings over 10 years of international education expertise and a deep passion for supporting students' global learning journeys to her role as Center Director.

Eric Ginola

Eric Ginola

Director of Student Life

Having grown up in the Chicago area and completed his undergraduate degree at Macalester College, Eric went on to complete his graduate work at the University of Washington-Seattle, where he...

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here鈥檚 what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Start an Application

You're one step closer to an amazing study abroad experience!

2

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.

3

Contact Us

Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.

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