Bachelor's Universities in Germany
400+
16 federal states
Universities
440,000+
13.5% share (2024-25)
International Students
€0
+ €300-600 semester contribution
Public University Annual Fee
18 months
after graduation
Job-Seeking Visa
3 universities
(TU München #28, Heidelberg #47, LMU #54)
QS 2026 Top 60
Studying in Germany offers a unique blend of high-quality education and cultural experience. Known for its world-class universities, innovative research, and low tuition fees, Germany attracts students globally. With its rich history and diverse landscape
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Studying for a Bachelor's Degree in Germany
Choosing where to study for your bachelor's degree in Germany means weighing academic reputation, entry requirements, tuition, and life as an international student. Below is a quick guide to help you plan your application with confidence.
- Entry requirements. Most universities in Germany ask for your high-school diploma and transcript, proof of English (usually IELTS or TOEFL), and — for selective programs — standardised tests such as the SAT. Requirements vary by institution and field.
- Tuition & living costs. Annual tuition and living expenses differ widely by city and program. Compare fees, scholarships, and on-campus vs. off-campus accommodation before you decide.
- Application timeline. Start 12–18 months ahead: shortlist universities, sit any required tests, prepare documents and essays, then submit before each deadline and arrange your student visa.
Dream Uni's advisors help you shortlist the right universities in Germany, get your documents and essays ready, and manage every deadline — from first application to visa.
Universities in Germany
Scholarship
SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences
Berlin, Germany·Private
Annual Fee€ 8032
World Ranking#null
Popular Scholarship
Technische Universität München (TUM)
Munich, Germany·State
Annual Fee€ 5000
Times Higher Ed.#26
87/ 100Learn More
Popular Scholarship
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Munich, Germany·State
Annual Fee—
Times Higher Ed.#34
80/ 100Learn More
Popular Scholarship
Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Germany·State
Annual Fee€ 3000
Times Higher Ed.#49
75/ 100Learn More
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Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen
Tübingen, Germany·State
Annual Fee€ 3000
Times Higher Ed.#86
Scholarship
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Bonn, Germany·State
Annual Fee—
Times Higher Ed.#89
Albert-Ludwigs-Universitaet Freiburg
Freiburg, Germany·State
Annual Fee€ 3000
Times Higher Ed.#113
2026 data
Cost of Living in Germany
Average monthly student living costs — including accommodation and transport.
| City | Monthly Living | Accommodation | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin | €1,000 | €450-700 | €29 Deutschland-Ticket |
| Munich | €1,300 | €650-900 | €29 Deutschland-Ticket |
| Frankfurt | €1,150 | €550-800 | €29 Deutschland-Ticket |
| Cologne | €1,050 | €500-720 | €29 Deutschland-Ticket |
| Hamburg | €1,100 | €550-780 | €29 Deutschland-Ticket |
Visa process
Germany Student Visa: Step by Step
Application Steps
- University Admission + HZBA Turkish high school diploma does not grant direct admission; HZB (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) equivalence is assessed through uni-assist, and in most cases Studienkolleg + Feststellungsprüfung is required.
- Sperrkonto (Blocked Account)A sperrkonto of €11,904 per year is opened (€992 monthly student allowance). Deutsche Bank, Expatrio and Fintiba provide this account.
- Health InsuranceStatutory/private health insurance is mandatory; the student rate is €120-150 per month (TK, AOK, Mawista, Care Concept).
- Visa ApplicationThe student visa is applied for through the Consulate in Istanbul/Ankara/Izmir (national visa, category D). Fee: €75. Documents: acceptance letter + sperrkonto + insurance + APS + German/English proficiency.
- Aufenthaltstitel (Residence Permit)Within 90 days of arriving in Germany, a residence permit is obtained from the Ausländerbehörde (€110 per year); it is renewed every year.
Fees
- APS certificate€100
- Residence permit, annual€110
- Student visa (Consulate)€75
- Sperrkonto opening (Fintiba)€89 + €5/month
- Health insurance, monthly (student)€120-150
Required Documents
- ✓Sperrkonto: €11,904 per year (as of 2024, updated every year)
- ✓APS (Akademische Prüfstelle Ankara) certificate — verification of the Turkish high school diploma
- ✓German: TestDaF 4×4 / DSH 2 / Goethe C1 (for German-taught programmes)
- ✓English: IELTS 6.0-6.5 / TOEFL 80-90 (for English-taught programmes)
- ✓Health insurance document (Turkish SGK is not valid in Germany)
- ✓Valid passport (valid until 6 months beyond the visa expiry)
Popular cities
Most Popular Student Cities in Germany
Berlin
Humboldt-UniversitätFreie UniversitätTU Berlin
TU MünchenLMU MünchenHochschule München
Heidelberg
Heidelberg Universität
Frankfurt
Goethe-Universität FrankfurtFrankfurt School of Finance
Köln
Universität zu KölnTH Köln
Aachen
RWTH AachenFH Aachen
Sources used for this page
- DAAD — Studying in Germany(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- uni-assist — Application Service(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- Auswärtiges Amt — Student Visa(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- Make-it-in-Germany — Job Search Visa(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- QS World University Rankings 2026(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- Hochschulkompass — University Directory(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- TestDaF Institute(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- Goethe-Institut Language Tests(last checked: 2026-05-12)
All figures have been verified against official sources. Be sure to check the official pages to confirm the information is up to date.
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