IU International University of Applied Sciences vs University of Hohenheim vs University of Stuttgart vs Schiller International University vs HFU Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 159 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Forward College (4.90)
IU International University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
University of Hohenheim: wins 0/7 categories
University of Stuttgart: wins 0/7 categories
Schiller International University: wins 1/7 categories
HFU Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Forward College: wins 6/7 categories
Stuttgart Technology University of Applied Sciences - HFT Stuttgart: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: MBA
Stuttgart, Germany
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Stuttgart, Germany
3.90
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10 reviews
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Best programme: Architecture
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.50
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13 reviews
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Stuttgart, Germany
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Paris, France
4.90
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
3.69
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3.94
3.92
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4.47
Win
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Location
3.87
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4.16
4.92
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5.00
Win
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Professors
4.43
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3.96
4.62
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5.00
Win
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Internationality
4.44
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4.23
4.92
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4.75
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Student life
3.62
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4.13
4.15
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4.73
Win
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Value
4.32
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3.98
4.23
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4.63
Win
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Accommodation
3.11
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3.46
3.62
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4.33
Win
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Flexible online study for work-life balance
  • +Modern, intuitive digital platform for easy access
  • +Relevant, high-quality educational content

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  • +High quality of education and contemporary curriculum.
  • +Commitment of professors and strong academic programs.
  • +Diverse student body and international environment.
  • +Culturally diverse environment and international campus access
  • +Supportive and organized academic environment with helpful instructors
  • +Opportunities for career advancement and independent learning

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  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience

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Cons
  • -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.

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  • -Outdated system and ineffective career support.
  • -Lack of extracurriculars and limited opportunities for lower-year students.
  • -Poor campus environment and a perceived low academic standard.

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  • -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

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.

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This institution garners impressive scores in several key areas, with Internationality (4.225) and Location (4.1625) being particularly well-regarded. Student Life also receives a solid rating (4.125). Conversely, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, scoring 3.4625, while Facilities (3.9375) and Professors (3.9625) are rated competently. Value for money is also strong at 3.975.

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.

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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

~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.

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With an average rating of 3.9/5 from 10 reviews, ~80% are positive, highlighting quality education and strong PhD programs, with many international students. ~10% of feedback is negative, citing bureaucracy and job prospects.

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.

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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★
63%
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20%
69%
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94%
0%
4★
27%
0%
60%
23%
0%
6%
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3★
6%
0%
10%
0%
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0%
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2★
2%
0%
10%
8%
0%
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1★
3%
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Most useful review
Most liked
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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Flexible programm

I study architecture and this study is structured in a different way in most universities. What I like about the University of Stuttgart is that after obtaining the broad and diverse basics of the study in the first 2 years, you have the freedom to choose your own seminars and projects, concentrating on your point of interest. You can also distribute them as you wish. This is a huge adventure in a field where praxis in an office next to the studies is so important. An international semester is foreseen as well which helps you develop enormously in personal and cultural way.

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

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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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