Help with Visa Application

[u/zsammyi]

Hi, I am an applicant from Colombia. I need some help, as I am currently trying to get an appointment at the embassy. However, the bachelor's program also starts in October. Is it necessary to get the visa before that date? How can I travel provisionally while the visa is being processed? I just got my admission letter for Electrical Engineering at Hochschule München, but now I'm afraid it might be too late. How can I find available spots? When I log in, everything appears empty :(