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Carl Benz School 2023-2024 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Q: Whom can I contact for admission questions?

You can contact the institutes admissions team by calling +49 (0)721 608-47901.

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Carl Benz School of Engineering (CBS) is a learning community associated with Karlsruhe Institute of Technology that offers admission to bachelor’s programs in the field of Mechanical Engineering. The institute is one of the largest science institutions and top German universities with over 25,000 students. The institute also provides insight into studying engineering via one of the Summer Schools. Such programs are covered under the Department of Mechanical Engineering which is consistently awarded top reviews for all its activities.

The Bachelor's program is offered only in the Fall semester. Admission to the Fall semester opens in December. An average GPA of 3.5 or more along with some impressive transcripts showcasing decent Math and Physics grades, outstanding letters of recommendation, and a passion for the field of engineering makes for the ideal student profile when seeking enrollment at the organization.

Covid-19 Updates

An interest-free loan(Studientkredit) of up to 650€/month is available for students who are financially unstable due to Covid-19.
Given the current Covid-19 pandemic, students can also apply to the programs without SAT scores.

Highlights

Application	Online Application Portal
Application fee	Nil
Deadline	April 30 each year
Mode of Study	English
SAT Score	1200
English Test Scores	IELTS/TOEFL
Intake	Fall
Scholarships	Not available(for first years)
Admission Helpdesk	(0)721 608-47901

Admission Deadlines

The deadline for the bachelor and summer programs at Carl Benz School of Engineering is given below. The deadlines are the same for both domestic and international students.

Sessions	Deadlines
Fall	April 30
Winter Semester 2023/2024	December 2023(opens)
Summer Program	May 31

International Admissions

The admission process for domestic and international students are similar. As the Institute offers only limited positions, candidates are required to have an excellent academic record.

Students with unrecognized degree certificates will be given an indirect admission i.e these students need to participate in the Pre-Semester Program, which is a preparatory course in maths, physics, and English that runs for eight weeks. Applicants can apply to the program using the online application portal without any application fee.

Basic Admission Requirements

The basic admission requirements for admission into the program are listed below

A completed formal application with all the required details.
All official academic transcripts, certificates, or grade records from the institution that you received your secondary education from.
Proof of English Language Proficiency
Passport Photographs
Good SAT Scores
Motivation letter

Participation in the College Program is only possible if you have been admitted to Karlsruhe Institute of Technology for the B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (International). Following your successful application for the College Program, they will contact you to provide an update on the status of your College Program application.

The Carl Benz School(CBS) of Engineering holds a college structure within the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), which is why the specific College Program fees applies in addition to the university enrollment fees:

Category	Fees per semester
KIT Enrollment Fees	1,651.20 EUR
CBS College Program Fees	7,000 EUR
Overall Semester Fees	8,651.20 EUR

English Proficiency Test

To demonstrate English proficiency, international applicants are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS test scores. The minimum required scores by the Carl Benz School of Engineering are:

TOEFL iBT - 88 or above
IELTS - 6.5

Visa Requirements

After being accepted into the institute, students can apply for a German student visa. Students need to include all the required documents in their application as the decision is based on the information and documents submitted. All the documents should be sent as original along with two photocopies of each.

Application form
Admission letter provided by the institute.
A good cover letter
Photographs
Valid passport
Proof of payment to the College
Proof of Financial Resources
Proof of Health Insurance
Documents of earlier education
Latest passport size photographs
Travel health insurance

Carl Benz School of Engineering Admissions

Carl Benz School of Engineering University provides Undergraduate Admissions in Mechanical Engineering in the form of a B.Sc to students from all over the world. The university has the same deadlines and application procedures for both domestic and international undergraduate applicants.

Application Portal: Online Application PortalApplication Fee: NoneAdmission requirements: Documents requirements for successful submission of the application.

High School Degree Certificates(Excellent grades in Mathematics, Physics) of the last two years.
SAT Score with at least 1200 points.(exemption)
Official Transcripts
Secondary school leaving certificate
Resume
Motivation Letter
English Language Test
Letter of recommendation
Optional Documents
- Work Experience
- Internships
- Awards or distinctions

Candidates can check the status of their application by login into the application portal. It usually takes two to four weeks after the deadline is passed to review your documents and make a decision. Accepted students will receive an admission letter which can be downloaded through the application portal. The admission letter will contain the details on the next steps needed to accept your admission offer from KIT and additional admission conditions that may be necessary to complete before the start of the semester.

Note: Documents can be submitted only through the online portal, documents submitted via emails or mails will not be accepted.

Depending upon your high school certificates students will be given either direct or indirect admission. Students with indirect admission have to participate in the Pre Semester Program. However, KIT recommends students take the Pre-Semester Program even with direct admission.

FAQ’s

Ques. Does Carl Benz School offer any scholarships?

Ans. Carl Benz School is currently not offering any scholarships. Some of the official scholarships are DAAD Scholarship Database and BaWü Stipendium.

Ques. My official results are not released? Can I apply?

Ans. You can still apply by submitting the preliminary transcripts of your performance over the past two years. Students whose English Language Test scores are not released can apply and submit the official documents at a later date but before the deadline.

Ques. What is the curriculum at Carl Benz School?

Ans. The bachelor's program is a three-year program and incorporates both theory and practical approaches. The program comprises lectures, tutorials, and labs.

Ques. How much will it cost to live in Germany?

Ans. The estimated cost of living in Germany is 390EUR/ month. In addition to this students should also include other expenses such as the cost of traveling, and other expenses as well.

Ques. Whom can I contact for admission questions?

Ans. You can contact the institute’s admissions team by calling +49 (0)721 608-47901.

Ques. Can I apply via transfer?

Ans. If you are currently studying at another university but want to transfer you need to apply as every other applicant through the application portal and submit the required documents.

Ques. What Specialization can I choose?

Ans. After the 4th semester(in 3rd year) in Mechanical Engineering (International), students can choose to specialize in:

Global Production Management
Energy Management
Automotive Engineering

Ques. What is a Pre-Semester Program?

Ans. Pre-Semester Program is a preparatory course in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English for students whose high school certificates are not recognized by the institute. Students with indirect admission need to participate in this program that goes for eight weeks starting in August.