TestAS Timeline: When to Take It for German Universities

TestAS is required for the Bachelor/Studienkolleg route and the German student visa. Learn when to register, when to sit it, and how to prepare with a free plan.

Key facts

• TestAS is commonly required for the Bachelor/Studienkolleg route and is frequently needed for the German student visa.
• It has a Core Test plus one subject-specific module, and is offered in English or German.
• Scoring uses a standard score (around 90–110 is average) and a percentile rank; there is no negative marking, so never leave an answer blank.
• Register a few weeks ahead and sit it several months before your application deadline.

Frequently asked questions

When should I take the TestAS?

Register a few weeks ahead and sit TestAS several months before your application deadline. It is commonly required for the Bachelor/Studienkolleg route and for the German student visa.