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Housing

You will have the option to live in a dorm or homestay, and a wide range of comfortable and convenient accommodations are available. Whether you prefer the tranquility of a garden terrace, the convenience of bike parking, or the camaraderie of a common room, CIEE has something to meet your preferences. Housing on the program is arranged for you before arrival and all arrangements will be handled by the study center, ensuring a hassle-free housing reservation experience.

Dorm

There are on- and off-campus dorms available on this program. Each is fully furnished, and you can choose between single, double, triple, or quad rooms with en-suite bathrooms and shower facilities. The on-campus living facilities are in the same building where you have classes, which is super convenient.

Accommodations

  • Private or shared bedroom
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • On or off campus
  • No meal plan

Live with

  • International students

Commute

The on-campus housing is in the same building where classes are held. If you stay in these dorms, there is no commute to class. The commute for off-campus housing is no more than 40 minutes with a combination of walking and public transportation (metro or bus). Berliners typically commute 45 or 60 minutes to navigate the city. You’ll feel like a local in no time with your public transportation pass that allows you to use the buses and rapid transit railway system (S-Bahn and U-Bahn). You can also commute by bike; Berlin is a bike-friendly city.

Homestay

A limited number of homestays are available. If this living arrangement is your preference, indicate that in your predeparture housing survey.

Accommodations

  • Private bedroom
  • Shared bathroom
  • Off campus
  • No meal plan

Live with

  • Local residents

Commute

Most host family homes are approximately 30-40 minutes with a combination of walking and public transportation (metro or bus). Berliners typically commute 45 or 60 minutes to navigate the city. You’ll feel like a local in no time with your public transportation pass that allows you to use the buses and rapid transit railway system (S-Bahn and U-Bahn). You can also commute by bike; Berlin is a bike-friendly city.