Stiftung für Hochschulzulassung

Hochschulstart is a central online service of the Stiftung für Hochschulzulassung (SfH), which specializes in the coordination and allocation of study places. This platform provides comprehensive support for applicants and universities in the application and admission process for restricted admission degree programs.

• Central Platform for Applications: Hochschulstart enables central applications for nationwide restricted admission degree programs such as Human Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy, as well as for locally restricted and unrestricted degree programs at over 160 university locations[1].
• Applicant Support: The platform offers comprehensive information and tips to optimize admission chances, as well as applicant support for the essential aspects of the application processes[1].
• Registration and Identification Numbers: During registration, applicants are provided with an Applicant ID (BID) and an Applicant Authentication Number (BAN), which are required for the application process[3][4].

The main mission of Hochschulstart is to enable a fair, competitive, and legally secured path to study. This is achieved through a central and neutral institution that unites the interests of science policy and the higher education landscape[1].

There is no specific information about sustainability goals or initiatives from Hochschulstart. The focus is on the efficient and fair allocation of study places as well as on supporting applicants and universities in the application process.

Hochschulstart has been active since 2010 and has established itself as a central platform for the allocation of study places. The platform is continuously being developed to meet the needs of universities and applicants[1].