Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich - LMU vs Hof University of Applied Sciences vs IU International University of Applied Sciences vs Saarland University vs Weihenstephan – Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences

Side-by-side comparison from 203 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Forward College (4.90)
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich - LMU: wins 0/7 categories
Hof University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
IU International University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
Saarland University: wins 0/7 categories
Weihenstephan – Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 1/7 categories
Forward College: wins 6/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Global Management
Best programme: MBA
Saarbrücken, Germany
3.50
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4 reviews
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Best programme: Cybersecurity
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
4.30
4.00
3.69
4.00
Not rated
3.92
4.47
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Location
4.18
3.50
3.87
3.25
Not rated
4.92
5.00
Win
Professors
4.17
4.00
4.43
3.75
Not rated
4.62
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.22
3.50
4.44
4.25
Not rated
4.92
Win
4.75
Student life
4.20
3.50
3.62
3.50
Not rated
4.15
4.73
Win
Value
4.24
4.50
4.32
3.50
Not rated
4.23
4.63
Win
Accommodation
4.04
3.00
3.11
3.00
Not rated
3.62
4.33
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Strong academic programs with high-quality teaching and practical experience
  • +Valuable international environment and diverse study options
  • +Excellent value with zero tuition fees and research opportunities
  • +Exceptional teaching faculty and quality of teaching
  • +Unique international student experience and diverse programs
  • +Clear and fast-paced learning environment
  • +Flexible online study for work-life balance
  • +Modern, intuitive digital platform for easy access
  • +Relevant, high-quality educational content
  • +Challenging, conceptual learning and personal growth
  • +Excellent, approachable professors and diverse disciplines
  • +Great facilities, peaceful location, and affordable amenities

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  • +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
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder the learning experience.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and lack of course relevance are frequently criticized.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and lack of support are major concerns.
  • -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.
  • -Useless coursework and lack of workforce preparation.
  • -Programs appear to prioritize financial gain over student development.
  • -Outdated facilities hinder learning and research.

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  • -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.
Rating summary
What students say

This university garners strong feedback across most aspects. Its highest-rated category is Facilities, closely followed by Value and Internationality. Student Life also receives positive scores. The area with the lowest rating, though still respectable, is Accomodation. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded and appealing environment for its students.

This institution achieves excellent scores in **Facilities** and **Professors**, both receiving a 4 out of 5. Its **Value** is particularly impressive, standing at a high 4.5. The university also garners solid mid-range ratings in **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Internationality** (all 3.5). Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, with a rating of 3.

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.

Internationality stands out as the university's strongest asset, earning a high rating of 4.25. Conversely, accommodation received the lowest score at 3. Facilities also score well at 4. Professors and student life are rated moderately, at 3.75 and 3.5 respectively. Location and value are also in the middle range.

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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.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Nearly all of the 48 reviews are positive, reflecting a high average rating of 4.06/5. Students praise academic quality, practical project experience, international environment, and program flexibility. No negative reviews were submitted.

With an average rating of 4.5/5 and 100% positive feedback, students praise the university's international environment and high-quality teaching faculty. There are no negative reviews.

~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.

Three out of four reviews are positive (~74%), highlighting professors, diverse disciplines, and good facilities. One negative review (~25%) criticizes coursework and workforce preparation. The average rating is 3.5/5.

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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.

Rating distribution
5★
8%
50%
63%
25%
0%
69%
94%
4★
90%
50%
27%
50%
0%
23%
6%
3★
2%
0%
6%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
8%
0%
1★
0%
0%
3%
25%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Up to date equipment

There are superior facilities at the FH Aachen. The tutorial halls and classes are sophisticated, equipped with the the current and innovative equipment, and the library is large and well-stocked. To guarantee that students have a positive college experience, the educational facility also offers a range of extracurricular activities and events.

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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.

Nowhere near acceptable

This university is a complete joke. The administrative staff are very wonderful, but the amount of useless coursework is appalling. You will not be prepared in any way for the workforce and you will not even be given enough foundational knowledge to pursue a research oriented track that meaningfully advances a scientific field. The programs are solely intended to lure in outside money from foreign students into the impoverished and economically depressed region. This could be forgiven if the programs then provided the basis for sustained economic growth and innovation, which would result in long term economic benefits for all parties. But they do not, instead just wasting years of life and tens of thousands of euros for students.

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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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