Lionel Hasse

Master in the USA: each university sets its own tuition. The F-1 visa needs an admission, the Form I-20 and proof of funds. Figures as of October 2026.

German lawyers join a state pension scheme (Versorgungswerk) instead of statutory pension insurance in many cases. Learn how membership, contributions and exemption work.

Engineers in Germany usually start as employees. This guide explains when statutory health insurance ends, the 2026 contribution rates and why earning capacity cover matters early.

Master in Norway: EU and EEA students pay no tuition at public universities, non-EU students do. Figures, sources and open questions for planning.

The Ärzteversorgung Bremen (physicians’ pension scheme, Versorgungswerk) explained: how the contribution ceiling works, when you can opt out of statutory pension insurance and what to check.

Veterinarians in Germany often belong to a chamber pension scheme instead of statutory pension insurance. Learn who must join, what it costs and when exemption is possible.

How contributions to the Sächsische Ärzteversorgung depend on the member’s situation, when the exemption application is due and which benefits the fund names.

After the second state examination, lawyers in the German civil service usually become civil servants or judges on probation. This guide explains pay, state aid and cover.

At the University of Bologna, the fixed fee for a Master’s degree in 2026/27 is at least EUR 157.04, while the variable fee depends on income. Here is how to plan your Master’s in Italy.

Master in Austria: EU students pay the public university tuition fee only from semester 7, non-EU students from semester 1. Figures as of October 2026.