{"id":1074,"date":"2013-01-28T14:51:30","date_gmt":"2013-01-28T15:51:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.dickinson.edu\/bremen\/?page_id=1074"},"modified":"2022-09-28T12:02:09","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T13:02:09","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.dickinson.edu\/bremen\/incoming-students\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"

When do I find out about housing?<\/span><\/strong>
\nDickinson-in-Bremen will try to take all roommate preferences
\nexpressed in the the application into account when arranging
\naccommodations. Unfortunately, these requests cannot always be
\nmet because they depend on the number of program participants and on
\nthe number of available rooms\/apartments. Normally, the
\nDickinson-in-Bremen staff will know the housing assignments one month
\nbefore the students’ arrival and can answer questions about the
\nhousing arrangements accordingly.<\/p>\n

What will my address be?<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe exact address is dependent on the student’s building
\nand room numbers, but the following address applies in most cases:<\/p>\n

[First Name] [Last Name]
\nSpittaler Str. 1 C [room #]
\n28359 Bremen
\nGermany<\/p>\n

If you need to send packages or letters prior to your arrival
\n(or in the semester break), please use the mailing address of our
\nprogram:<\/p>\n

Uni Bremen – SPT C 5200
\nDickinson College
\nBibliothekstr. 1
\n28359 Bremen
\nGERMANY<\/p>\n

How do I get my resident permit?<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe Dickinson-in-Bremen staff will help students with the
\nvisa process shortly after their arrival in Bremen. US citizens will
\nreceive the proper forms and have 3 months (after their arrival in
\nGermany) to obtain a residence permit. For students who do not have US citizenship, other rules may apply. The program staff can assist students, if they have questions about the process. The registration and application fees for will be covered by Dickinson.<\/p>\n

What can I do before the Dickinson-in-Bremen program begins, if my language class ends in September?<\/span><\/strong>
\nPlease inform the Dickinson-in-Bremen program as far in advance as
\npossible. We have limited capacity in the apartments and cannot guarantee housing during the summer break, but in some cases, there are rooms available. Generally, students
\ncan store luggage in the Dickinson Room, if they choose to travel
\nbetween the language course and the official start of the program.<\/p>\n

Can I stay longer after classes end?<\/span><\/strong>
\nIn this case, as well, students should inform
\nDickinson-in-Bremen as soon as possible. And again: there is no
\nguarantee. Especially if a Dickinson summer program takes place, it
\nis not possible to remain in the apartments longer than the last day of classes. It is also important to know that the institutional support, such as the stipend and health
\ninsurance, do not continue after the end of the program.<\/p>\n

Should I bring my own cellphone?<\/span><\/strong>
\nMany\/some US cell phones work in Germany, but please check to
\nmake sure. Once you are in Germany you can purchase a new sim-card that will work
\nin a sim-unlocked US phone. Do remember you’ll need an
\nadapter for the charger.<\/p>\n

Can I transfer money into my German bank account?<\/span><\/strong>
\nYes, as soon as you open a bank account and have the respective
\ndetails, you can transfer money into your German account. Check with
\nyour American bank to find out how the procedure to transfer money
\nworks, often one or both banks will charge you a fee.<\/p>\n

When can family and friends visit me?<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe best time to visit would be during the semester breaks or
\nfor the holidays. However, it is important to remember that we may
\nplan excursions or other obligatory events during these times and they
\ntake priority. Therefore, please talk to the program staff ahead of
\ntime if you are planning to have visitors, and we can coordinate
\ndates.<\/p>\n

When is a good time to travel?<\/span><\/strong>
\nAgain, the best time to travel is during the semester break, but
\nremember that in the German university system final papers and exams
\nare done during the break. It is best if travels are postponed until all coursework is finished.<\/p>\n

Can I request to live in a \u201cWohngemeinschaft\u201d (WG or shared apartment)?<\/span><\/strong>
\nYes, it is possible! However, there is no guarantee that you will be able to enter a WG. Requests to live in a shared apartment must be made with plenty of time to
\nmake for arrangements. Dickinson-in-Bremen can help students with the
\nsearch for a room in a shared apartment. Dickinson covers
\nthe costs up to the same amount as the available student housing; if costs exceed
\nthe standard coverage then they must be paid by the
\nstudent. Furthermore, Dickinson-in-Bremen will not act legally as
\ntenant or leaseholder or in any other form – this responsibility
\nbelongs solely to the student.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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