The University of Stuttgart (Universität Stuttgart) is one of the most renowned technical universities in Germany with highly ranked programs in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering. It is located in Stuttgart, in the southern part of Germany. Established in 1829, its current structure is organized in 10 faculties.

Located in Hamburg, the second largest city in Germany, the University of Hamburg (Universität Hamburg) is also one of Germany’s largest universities with around 38,000 students. 150 different buildings scattered around the city form the core of the University of Hamburg although its main campus is located in Von-Melle-Park and the surrounding district of Eimsbüttel.

The University of Cologne (Universität zu Köln) despite being one of the oldest universities in Europe is also one of the largest universities in Germany with over 44,000 students. The University of Cologne devotes its attention to research and development. Its international standing is being constantly supported by the many projects it carries out via the German Research Foundation and the European Union.

Freie Universität Berlin is a leading research institution. It is one of nine German universities successful in all three funding lines in the federal and state Excellence Initiative, thereby receiving additional funding for its institutional future development strategy.