Leibniz University Hannover- Summer Engineering Research Program
Program Details
| Program Location |
Hannover, Germany
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| Sponsor |
Purdue |
| Program Type |
Exchange |
| Course # |
SA 20178
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| Duration |
Summer
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| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2026 |
05/17/26 to 07/31/26
|
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
The gorgeous campus of LUH
After their Purdue Study Abroad applications are approved, participants also need to apply directly to Leibniz University Hannover by February 1. Try to complete your Purdue application early - the sooner, the better!
The Leibniz University Hannover- Summer Engineering Research Program allows Purdue engineering majors to carry out research internships under the direction of local faculty members. Leibniz University Hannover is a member of the TU9, an association of the leading technical universities in Germany.
No knowledge of German is required for participation, as the program is conducted entirely in English. However, for those looking to develop their language skills, Hannover's dialect is considered especially learner-friendly. Hannover is the capital of Niedersachsen (Lower Saxony) and the political and cultural center of the region. Known as a "Green City" and "City of Short Distances," Hannover is a great home base for students to explore near and far in their free time.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
Eligibility
Main Building, LUH
This program is open to engineering students.
Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement:
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Engineering] [
College of Science]
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
Language of Instruction: English
Summer Course Load: 6
Engineering- Six credits may count toward technical electives.
Students work full-time in a university research facility under the supervision of a Leibniz University Hannover faculty member. At the end of the research internship, students give a short presentation about the research you conducted and the overall experience of conducting research in a global setting.
Excursions
Organized professional, cultural, and social experiences on this program include an orientation week, trip to Hamburg, and a visit to the VW Factory.
Housing
Participants are housed in single rooms with a shared kitchen and bathroom. Meals can be prepared in the residence kitchens, taken at the student cafeteria (Mensa) or in nearby restaurants.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program.
In addition to paying for 6 credits of Purdue tuition, students are responsible for paying the associated program fee directly to Leibniz University Hannover.
The additional program fee covers housing, insurance, local transportation, excursions and organized social events. A deposit will be due at the program office in Germany within two weeks of acceptance. The deposit will be credited toward the program fee and is non-refundable.
Note that the program fee listed below is based on the exchange rate at the time of update and should act only as an estimate.
*The visa fee listed below is only necessary for Purdue international students who are citizens of countries required to get entry visas for Germany. Your study abroad advisor can provide more information about this.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Summer 2026
|
Costs per term to be billed by Purdue
|
| You will pay Purdue Tuition |
Check Tuition |
| Program Fee |
$3,155.00
|
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) |
$32.00 |
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Approximate additional costs per term
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,500.00 |
| Visa |
$300.00 |
| Meals |
$1,000.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$1,500.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
|
Jan 15 |
Returnees Information
Bridging the gap with student friendship
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
