Hochschule letter explained in English

University. Your university or college.

Letters you may get

• Rückmeldung — pay the semester fee to stay enrolled
• Exmatrikulation — you will be removed from the university

What to do

• If you miss the semester fee deadline, you can be removed. Pay on time or ask for a delay.
• Find the deadline. Look for “Frist”, “bis zum”, “innerhalb”.
• Write the reference number from the letter on everything you send back, and keep copies.
• If you disagree with a decision, object in writing before the deadline (“Einspruch”, “Widerspruch”). See the template.

Questions

What is the Hochschule?

University. Your university or college.

How long do I have to answer a letter from the Hochschule?

It depends on the letter. Look for words like “Frist”, “bis zum”, “innerhalb” — they mark the deadline. In Germany, a posted official letter usually counts as delivered on the 4th day after it was sent. To object, the letter usually names the way to do it (“Einspruch”, “Widerspruch”).

Can I read a Hochschule letter in English?

Yes. Take a photo of the letter with Briefly. It explains the letter in plain English, finds the deadline and the amount, and gives you ready-made replies in German. Your letter never leaves your device.

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