Esslingen University of Applied Sciences vs IU International University of Applied Sciences vs Lübeck University of Applied Sciences vs University of Lübeck vs Schiller International University

Side-by-side comparison from 152 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Esslingen University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/6 categories
IU International University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/6 categories
Lübeck University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/6 categories
University of Lübeck: wins 3/6 categories
Schiller International University: wins 0/6 categories
Forward College: wins 3/6 categories
AIHE Academic Institute for Higher Education: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: MBA
Best programme: Biomedical Engineering + Telecommunication Systems Engineering
Best programme: Robotics
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.50
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13 reviews
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Paris, France
4.90
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
Not rated
3.69
3.00
5.00
Win
3.92
4.47
Not rated
Location
Not rated
3.87
5.00
5.00
4.92
5.00
Not rated
Professors
Not rated
4.43
1.00
4.50
4.62
5.00
Win
Not rated
Internationality
Not rated
4.44
2.00
5.00
Win
4.92
4.75
Not rated
Student life
Not rated
3.62
4.00
5.00
Win
4.15
4.73
Not rated
Value
Not rated
4.32
4.00
4.50
4.23
4.63
Win
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Accommodation
Not rated
3.11
2.00
4.00
3.62
4.33
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros

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  • +Flexible online study for work-life balance
  • +Modern, intuitive digital platform for easy access
  • +Relevant, high-quality educational content
  • +Free tuition and cost-effectiveness
  • +Clear and detailed admission and enrollment process
  • +Strong engineering programs
  • +Strong research focus and practical project involvement
  • +Academically rigorous and well-structured programmes
  • +Good student-professor interaction
  • +Culturally diverse environment and international campus access
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment with helpful instructors
  • +Opportunities for career advancement and independent learning
  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience

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Cons

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  • -Slow and unresponsive administrative processes, including grade processing and student support.
  • -Poor staff attitude and lack of accountability for errors in student records and applications.
  • -Inadequate support and guidance for online students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is prevalent.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes and poor communication are frustrating.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of engaging teaching methods and uninspired curriculum lead to disinterest.
  • -Lack of extracurriculars and limited opportunities for lower-year students.
  • -Poor campus environment and a perceived low academic standard.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a concern.
  • -Lack of transparency and communication is prevalent.

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Rating summary
What students say

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This institution garners notable praise in several key areas, with **Internationality** and **Professors** receiving particularly high scores. The **Value** proposition is also well-regarded. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the lowest-rated aspect. Other aspects like Facilities, Location, and Student Life fall within a more moderate range of positive feedback.

The university demonstrates a mixed performance across key areas. Its standout strengths lie in **Location** (5/5) and **Student Life** (4/5), indicating a vibrant and well-situated campus environment. Conversely, the university faces significant challenges in **Professors** (1/5) and **Accommodation** (2/5), which appear to be its weakest points. Other areas such as Facilities, Internationality, and Value fall in the mid-range.

This institution excels across several key areas, boasting perfect scores for Facilities, Location, Student Life, and Internationality. Professors also receive a strong 4.5 rating, with Value also rated highly at 4.5. Accommodations represent the sole area receiving a slightly lower, though still good, score of 4.

With a strong emphasis on location and internationality, this university also scores very well for its professors and student life. Value for money is also a positive aspect. The weakest areas, while still respectable, are its facilities and accommodation.

This university garners excellent reviews, particularly excelling in its **professors and location**, both achieving perfect scores. Student life and internationality also stand out with scores above 4.7. Areas with slightly lower, though still strong, ratings include **facilities and accommodation**. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded positive student experience with high marks across most aspects.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

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~95% of reviews are positive, praising flexibility, modern platforms, and accessible materials. A small percentage (~5%) mention issues with grading delays and slow administrative support.

With one review, the university has a perfect 5/5 rating, indicating ~100% positive sentiment. Feedback highlights free tuition as a major advantage, especially for international engineering students.

With a 5/5 average rating from two reviews, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students highlight well-structured programs, research-oriented learning with practical applications, and strong professor-student interaction as key strengths. No negative feedback was provided.

With a 4.54/5 average rating, nearly all students praise Schiller for its culturally rich environment and global opportunities. A small portion of feedback (~7.7%) suggests the university may be better suited for those seeking a less demanding academic path.

Students highly praise the interactive learning, international community, and opportunities for academic and personal growth. There are no negative reviews.

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Rating distribution
5★
0%
63%
100%
100%
69%
94%
0%
4★
0%
27%
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23%
6%
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3★
0%
6%
0%
0%
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0%
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2★
0%
2%
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8%
0%
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1★
0%
3%
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Most useful review
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The best university in the world

My experience with IU is very wonderful and exceptional. The learning process is smooth and easy especially for online students and the exams are well tailored to test your knowledge on what you have been learning. It is quite great indeed.

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For the love of Schiller

Schiller university is the best thing that can ever happen to anyone l will never regret the day l applied and l mostly love their campus in Germany it has nice aesthetics and obviously l love their culture

Great modern university approach

I am currently a 3rd year student at Forward College and I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to other students. The interactive approach of Forward where questions, debate, and discussion were encouraged enhanced my learning so much and I feel like I genuinely enjoyed every class. Having the experience of living in 3 different cultures, surrounded by people from all over the world made this experience even more special and helped me develop and grow in so many ways. Another aspect I have loved are the professors. Speaking with friends at other university I am so grateful to have teachers that actually know us, are excited to teach and interact with us, and will always take the time to help you.

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