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Student Finds Freedom and Affordability in German Med School
8 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Roberts pursued medical studies in Germany due to lower tuition costs.
- She found greater independence and accessibility in Germany.
- US college expenses and student loans were key factors in her decision.
Erika Roberts, a 27-year-old medical student, discovered a compelling alternative to higher education in the United States by choosing Germany. Her initial visit at 16 had sparked an appreciation for the country's freedom and accessible public transport, a stark contrast to her later experiences in the U.S.
After graduating college in 2016, Roberts initially sought volunteer opportunities abroad but found most required specific skill sets. She then enrolled in a U.S. college for biochemistry, but a lack of independence and concerns about significant expenses and student loans prompted a change. In 2017, she successfully convinced her father to let her pursue medicine in Germany.
Roberts is now studying at the Technical University of Munich, benefiting from low tuition fees of $100 per semester and a student residence permit. While she navigates German bureaucracy and shorter winter days, she cherishes the lasting friendships and the confidence she has gained, viewing her decision to move at 19 as the correct one.
