**Germany records a new high of 70,000 Indian students — implications for Jordanian applicants**
Germany’s international education landscape continues to shift: The PIE News reports that the number of Indian students studying in Germany has risen to a record 70,000. The increase underlines Germany’s growing pull for international students and signals stronger competition for places in popular fields such as engineering, computer science and health professions.
For students in Jordan and the wider Middle East, the rise matters because it typically leads to tighter application windows, increased demand for English-taught and German-taught programs, and greater pressure on scholarship and accommodation resources. Applicants should expect more rigorous pre-screening by universities and faster closing of seats in high-demand programs, especially where tuition is low or non-existent at public institutions.
Practical steps for prospective applicants:
- Start early: Begin preparation 6–9 months before the intended intake. For many German universities the winter semester remains the main intake; research your target university’s exact deadline now.
- Language and tests: Confirm whether your program is in German or English. German-taught programs usually require TestDaF/DSH or equivalent; English programs require IELTS/TOEFL scores.
- Applications and documents: Some universities use Uni-Assist or Hochschulstart; others accept direct applications. Prepare certified transcripts and, if you need Jordanian equivalency, Shatnawi offers document equivalency services (70 JOD).
- Visas and work plans: Factor in visa processing and post-study work options. Many students now plan for post-graduation employment, so include CV preparation and local job-market research in your timeline.
Alternatives and strategic choices: not every student needs to follow the most congested routes. For medicine and dentistry, Georgia (Batumi and Tbilisi) remains a competitive, WHO/EU-recognized English-medium option with programs starting from roughly $4,000 per year. If you prefer studying in Jordan, remember Shatnawi’s partnerships include discounts for Applied Science Private University (10% registration discount), University of Jordan (20% registration discount) and Jordan University of Science & Technology (25% registration discount) — useful when comparing costs and outcomes.
How Shatnawi can help: Shatnawi for College Admissions & Academic Consultations (شطناوي للخدمات الجامعية والاستشارات الأكاديمية) in Amman assists students with German university applications, scholarship matching, exam preparation (IELTS, IB, AP, SAT) and document equivalency. If you are considering Germany now, consult early to confirm language requirements, choose the right application route and prepare visa documents in time.
Next steps: check specific program deadlines immediately, shortlist universities that match your language and budget profile, and begin test preparation if you haven’t already. For personalized guidance, contact Shatnawi via WhatsApp at +962791888699 or visit shatnawiedu.com.