The lottery (Losverfahren) is a way to get into a university in Germany, even if you did not qualify for the program through the main competition. The most popular lotteries are, of course, for medicine.
🧐What is a lottery?
After the end of the main enrollment, some programs have unfilled places. To allocate them, a lottery is used, where applicants are selected randomly, without taking into account their grade point average or other criteria.
📅When is the lottery taking place?
Specific deadlines depend on the university. Usually the lottery starts immediately after the main enrollment stage, in September-October for the winter semester and in March-April for the summer semester.
📝How do I apply?
1. Keep an eye out for university announcements. Information about Losverfahren is published on their official websites.
2. Submit a separate application. This is done through a special form on the university website, through the portal or by paper letter or postcard.
3. wait for the results. If you are lucky, the university will contact you directly.
🌟Why participate?
Losverfahren is a real chance to get into your desired program or prestigious university, even if you missed the main deadline or your GPA was not high enough.
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