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 177 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Forward College (4.70)
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 2/7 categories
HFU Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Forward College: wins 5/7 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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Best programme: Architecture
Tampa, Florida, United States
4.40
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15 reviews
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Best programme: BA International Relations and Diplomacy
Stuttgart, Germany
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Paris, France
4.70
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32 reviews
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Best programme: Data Science
Category ratings
Facilities
4.23
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3.88
3.93
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4.45
Win
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Location
4.40
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4.13
4.87
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4.83
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Professors
4.43
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4.00
4.53
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4.91
Win
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Internationality
4.44
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4.25
4.87
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4.56
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Student life
4.11
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4.13
4.14
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4.58
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Value
4.32
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4.00
4.13
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4.56
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Accommodation
3.68
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3.50
3.62
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4.29
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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.
  • +Diverse student and educator backgrounds
  • +Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • +Helpful staff and organized curriculum

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  • +International and diverse community
  • +Interactive and engaging learning approach
  • +Focus on personal growth and development

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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.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant problems.
  • -Lack of extracurriculars and career support limits student experience.
  • -Teaching quality varies and some courses lack depth.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are frequent sources of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are consistently criticized.
  • -A lack of clarity or support regarding curriculum and academic expectations is a common complaint.

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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.

This university is highly rated, particularly excelling in **Location** and **Internationality**, both scoring an impressive 4.87. **Professors** also receive strong marks at 4.53. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, with a rating of 3.62. **Facilities** are also on the lower end at 3.93, though **Student Life** and **Value** are rated positively around 4.1.

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Evaluations reveal a strong academic offering, with **Professors** receiving the highest marks at 4.91. **Location** also scores exceptionally well at 4.83. The university demonstrates good performance in **Student Life** (4.58) and **Internationality** (4.56), with **Value** also rated favorably at 4.56. **Facilities** are rated at 4.45, and **Accomodation** stands out as the area with the lowest score at 4.29.

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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.

The university is highly praised for its diverse student body, rich learning experiences, and opportunities for personal and career growth. However, about 13% of reviews mention inconsistent teaching quality and administrative issues.

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With an average rating of 4.66/5 from 32 reviews, students praise Forward College's enriching international environment and innovative, interactive teaching methods. Personal and academic growth are frequently highlighted.

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Rating distribution
5★
63%
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67%
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66%
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4★
27%
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60%
20%
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34%
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3★
6%
0%
10%
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2★
2%
0%
10%
13%
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1★
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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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.

The cultural mix and the great atmosphere.

I loved being at Schiller in Heidelberg. The setting and the city were very serene and the exposure to all those students and teachers from such different and diverse backgrounds was a great learning experience. Additionally, the ease of accessing the Schiller campuses in the other countries was a great additional bonus to studying at Schiller. I would most definitely recommend Schiller to other students who are looking for a very culturally fulfilling experience.

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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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