Germany has one of the highest levels of upper secondary attainment. 86 percent of Germans aged 25 to 64 have completed at least an upper secondary degree, making the country one of the top countries in the world for upper secondary attainment. This has led to a complex and very diverse higher education system: Numerous universities with a wide range of distinctive features result in plenty of opportunities for students. To find the right university, prospective students have to compare and decide which criteria are important to them. Those who are looking for individual attention and support are better off at a smaller, private university. Founded in 1983, Witten/Herdecke University is the oldest private university in Germany. It has been a leader among German institutions of higher learning ever since. The institution is known for its noteworthy teaching techniques and innovative course pedagogy as well as its approach of consistently linking teaching and learning to value...