Tuition / year
Institution-specific; many public courses have no tuition
Study in Germany
Compare public and private institutions, research strengths and English or German taught pathways.
Make Germany part of your plan.
Compare public and private institutions, research strengths and English or German taught pathways.
Discuss my options →Living / year
€12,000–€16,000+
Typical intakes
Winter / summer; course-specific availability
Course duration
Bachelor’s often 3–4 years; master’s often 2 years
Indicative planning guidance, not a quote. Medicine, specialist and private courses can cost substantially more. Confirm costs and availability with your institution. Editorial review: 5 October 2026.
Official study and cost guidance →An illustrative annual budget
For calculator practice only: 3000 EUR tuition + 14000 EUR living per year, before travel, insurance, visa and setup costs. These are editable assumptions, not verified course prices or proof-of-funds amounts.
Build my own budget →Popular fields to explore
Engineering, technology, natural sciences, management
Open course finder →General admission requirements
Recognised qualifications, course-specific grades and prerequisites, accepted language evidence, transcripts and supporting statements may be required. Research courses may need a proposal and supervisor. A study gap is reviewed in context. The institution decides eligibility.
Scholarships and funding
Explore university awards, external scholarships and research funding. Eligibility, amounts and deadlines vary; funding is competitive and never guaranteed.
Official funding starting point →Student work and life after study
Work permissions and post-study routes depend on your immigration status, course, institution and the rules in force when you apply. Do not rely on future earnings to fund essential study costs. Confirm permitted work, eligible courses and application conditions with the authority.
Check current official immigration guidance →From shortlist to application
- Compare courses, fees and entry requirements.
- Confirm the exact course deadline and funding dates.
- Prepare transcripts, language evidence and supporting statements.
- Submit your application and review offer conditions.
- Plan funds, visa documents, insurance and housing after checking official guidance.
Your questions, answered
Which intake should I choose?
Choose a course first. Not every course is offered at every intake; verify the exact deadline and allow time for funding and visa preparation.
Are these fees my final costs?
No. These are planning starting points. Use the institution’s written fee information and a city-specific living budget.
Can I work or stay after graduating?
Possibilities depend on current rules and your circumstances. Check the official immigration link above before choosing a course.
Can Abroad U guarantee my place?
No. Institutions, funding bodies and authorities independently decide admission, scholarships and visas.
Your ambitions. A clearer plan.
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