독일 데이 스쿨 & 홈스테이
독일 홈스테이의 주요 장점
독일의 홈스테이에 머무는 것은 현지인처럼 생활하면서 독일 중등학교에 다닐 수 있는 특별한 기회입니다. 학생들이 이 경험을 좋아하는 이유는 다음과 같습니다:
- 비용 절감: 데이 스쿨은 기숙학교보다 비용이 저렴합니다.
- 유연한 체류 기간: 1~3개월 또는 더 길게 – 선택은 당신의 몫입니다!
- 흥미로운 도시: 베를린, 함부르크, 드레스덴 등에서 공부할 수 있습니다.
- 진정한 몰입 경험: 독일 가정에서 생활하며 일상생활을 경험하고 실제 상황에서 독일어를 연습할 수 있습니다.
독일 학교에 대해 알아보기
여기에서 독일의 학교 생활, 호스트 패밀리 선정 및 매칭, 가격 등 모든 정보를 확인하세요. 6개월 전에 신청하거나, 소정의 추가 요금으로 나중에 신청할 수도 있어요!
요구사항: 독일어 수준 A2, 최소 연령 14세.
High School exchange stays in Germany - Prices 2026/27
Required German Level: A2 (test your German skills online)
| Duration | Day schools & host family (14 - 18 years) | Boarding schools (12 - 18 years) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic* | Select** | ||
| 1 month (only in Berlin) | 2.890 € | ||
| 2 months | 4.280 € | 4.780 € | |
| 3 months | 5.120 € | 6.020 € | |
| 4 months | 6.090 € | 7.390 € | |
| 5 months | 6.890 € | 8.490 € | from 22.500 € |
| 11 months | 13.350 € | 15.650 € | from 29.850 € |
* Classic: no choice of city.
** Select: choice of city. See choices HERE.
Late Application Fees (Less than 6 months before arrival):
- €900 for a full school year
- €500 for a semester
Payment Schedule:
- 20% due within 10 days after receiving the invoice
- 50% due 4 months before arrival
- 30% due 2 months before arrival
INCLUDED:
- Placement at a German high school
- Accommodation as booked: boarding or host family (single or shared room), full board
- Single room guarantee in host families
- Transfer from the nearest airport to accommodation upon arrival and departure
- Online orientation webinar prior to arrival
- Berlin weekend (including accommodation) in spring and autumn
- One free excursion in Germany per semester
- Supervision by a member of GLS staff
- Orientation meeting after arrival, organized by the local coordinator
- Certificate of attendance issued by the German high school
- Online interview with the applicant
- Assistance with all questions
EXTRAS
- Preparatory online German courses
- Notarization of German school report (Apostille)
Not included are:
- Insurance (liability, medical, accident, personal items): 12 €/week — obligatory
- Letter of invitation for visa application: 150 €
- Pocket money: approx. 150–200 € per month
- Books and course materials
- Commute between school and accommodation (only for non-boarders)
- Fee for special dietary requirements
고등학교 유학을 위한 독일의 도시를 선택하자
GLS와 함께라면 독일의 ‘아무 곳’에 배정되지 않아. 베를린, 브레멘, 함부르크 등 활기찬 도시에서 공부할 수 있어. 가장 좋은 건? 마음에 드는 도시를 직접 선택해서, 너에게 영감을 주는 곳에서 독일 모험을 시작할 수 있다는 거야!
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The schools: "Gymnasien"
"Gymnasien" for International Students
We place international students at Gymnasien, Germany’s academically oriented secondary schools that prepare students for university. The curriculum is challenging and includes:
- Two foreign languages
- Mathematics and science courses
- Other academic subjects designed to develop critical thinking and study skills
About 30% of German students attend a Gymnasium. Learn more about Gymnasien and the German school system.
Abitur – University Entrance Qualification
The Abitur is the final examination at a Gymnasium and serves as a university entrance qualification. While it allows access to higher education, options are competitive:
- Only students with excellent Abitur results can freely choose their university and field of study.
- Important for exchange students: Those planning to complete the Abitur must attend a private or boarding school in Germany, as the Abitur is not available at public schools for exchange students.
Two of the high schools, we work with in Berlin: Heinrich Schliemann Gymnasium (Google map) and Gabriele von Bülow Gymnasium (map).
The School Year in Germany
The German school year begins in August or September, with holidays varying by state:
- Summer break: ~6 weeks
- Autumn break: ~2 weeks
- Christmas break: ~2 weeks
- Easter break: ~2 weeks
School runs Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 or 2 p.m., leaving time for afternoon and weekend activities. Students often join local clubs to explore sports like soccer, basketball, swimming, or martial arts, participate in arts and music such as choir, orchestra, theater, or painting, and get involved in community activities including youth councils, volunteer groups, or hobby clubs.
School Examples
You can choose the city where you’d like to study (e.g. Berlin, Bremen, Hamburg), but selecting a specific school is not possible. To give you an idea of what German Gymnasien look like, here are the websites of some schools we cooperate with in Berlin:
Host families in Germany
How GLS Finds Host Families
At GLS Berlin, we carefully select and screen every host family to make sure students feel safe, welcome, and at home in Germany. Our process includes:
- Personal interviews: Families are personally interviewed by GLS staff to learn about their lifestyle, values, and motivation to host.
- Home visits: We inspect the house or apartment to ensure it meets our standards for comfort and safety.
- Ongoing support: Host families receive guidance from GLS and can reach out at any time. Students also have a GLS contact person throughout their stay.
- Cultural exchange focus: Many host families have children who join exchange programs themselves, so they understand the importance of intercultural learning.
This way, you can be sure that your host family in Germany will not only provide room and board but also give you an authentic cultural experience and a warm welcome into everyday German life.
Families live close to your school and provide a single room with full board. More about host families in the FAQ section.
How You Live with a Host Family
Most students will have their own private room. In rare cases, and only after consultation, you may share a room with a host sibling or another exchange student. Common areas such as the living room, kitchen, and bathroom are shared with the family.
Your host family in provides full board:
- Monday to Friday: breakfast, packed lunch, and evening meal
- Saturday and Sunday: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Meals are prepared by the host family just as they would cook for themselves, giving you an authentic taste of daily German life.
Day School & host family: apply now
Student care
The GLS High School team in Berlin
The GLS high school team in Berlin is your first point of contact in Germany. You’ll meet them during the Berlin weekends, and if you attend high school in Berlin, you can reach out anytime for guidance or support.
The team also organizes regular activities for exchange students, such as weekend trips to Prague or Hamburg—a fun way to meet other international students and explore new cities in Germany.
Meet our cosmopolitan GLS high school team in Berlin and learn more about the people supporting your exchange experience.
Local coordinators in other cities
If you study outside Berlin - say in Hamburg or Nürnberg - a local coordinator will support you throughout your stay. Living in the same city, they stay in touch via email, phone, and personal meetings to help with any questions or problems.
Local coordinators also organize fun activities for exchange students, such as bowling, Christmas market meetups, or day trips to nearby cities. They can also assist if you want to join a sports club, take music lessons, or try new hobbies like horseback riding.
