Heidelberg University: Rankings, Courses, Admissions, Tuition Fee, Cost of Attendance & Scholarships

Heidelberg University: Rankings, Courses, Admissions, Tuition Fee, Cost of Attendance & Scholarships

Heidelberg, Baden-WurttembergLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1386established year
28653enrollment
Public
7.2/10

As Germany’s oldest higher education institution, Heidelberg University first opened its gates in 1386. From just being a centre of Calvinism in the 60s, the university has progressed to become a leader in the field of engineering, medicine, life sciences, and classical & ancient history. Currently, an array of Heidelberg University courses include 58 bachelor’s, 69 master’s consecutive, 10 master’s non-consecutive, and 21 masters of education programs.

Along with achieving a globally impressive reputation as an educational institution, the public university is also a leader amongst research-based universities in Europe. A survey conducted by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) revealed that the university is among the most popular venues for international doctoral candidates. A result of its collaboration, on research activities, with organizations like the German Cancer Research Centre.

Heidelberg University Rankings

  • Ranked #3 in Germany, #17 in Europe, and #66 in the world by QS World University Ranking 2023.
  • Ranked #3 in Germany, #13 in Europe, and #44 in the world by Times Higher Education 2022.
  • Ranked #1 in Germany, #12 in Europe, and #47 in the world by Shanghai Ranking of World Universities 2022.

As per other ranking agencies as well, the Heidelberg University ranks amongst the top 100 universities in the world.

Heidelberg University Highlights

University Type Public
Establishment Year 1386
Total Enrollment 31,908
Total Funding Received (2018) 764.9 million EUR
Number of Degree Programs (Winter 18/19) 164
Mode of Programs Full-time; Part-time
Total Appointed Professors 458
International Student Percentage 18.6%
Female Student Percentage 54.6%
Annual Estimated Cost of Attendance (international) 14,500 EUR
Contact International Office +49 6221 54-5454 | studium@uni-heidelberg.de

Heidelberg University Programs

  • The university comprises 12 faculties, 2 of which are medical centers. Around 180-degree programs are offered at Heidelberg University at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.
  • 14 master’s programs are offered at Heidelberg University for both continuing students(minimum 1 yr of work experience) and consecutive masters students.
  • Some of the master’s programs offered in English include Biomedical Engineering, Computational Linguistics, Economics, International Health, Molecular Biosciences, and Physics.
  • Many disciplines offered by the university are among the top-ranked subjects in the world. Some of the top-ranked subjects offered by the university include Life Sciences, Medicine, Classics & Ancient History, Biology, Pharmacology, Geography, etc.

Heidelberg University Campus and Accommodation

The Heidelberg student union operates 65 halls of residence. However, due to high demand for rooms, only 13% of all new students can find cheap accommodation with the student union, nearly half of which are international students. Some of the accommodation options include

Room Rent per month
Heidelberg (sharing)* €250-€350
Heilbronn* €231 and €315
Bad Mergentheim* €231 and €315
Mannheim* €315 and €363
Mosbach* € 180 - € 282

Many students decide to stay in hostels before they can arrange a proper housing facility. Boarding House Heidelberg, Steffi’s Hostel, Lotte Hostel, and Monteurzimmer-Heidelberg.de are some of the cheap hostels available in the city.

The cost of living in Heidelberg is comparatively higher than cost of living in most parts of Germany, hence, international students should be financially adept before choosing to pursue an education here.

Heidelberg University Admissions

The academic year at Heidelberg University is divided into two semesters: Winter Semester (October 1 to March 31) and Summer Semester (April 1 to September 30)

Application Deadlines

  • For Undergraduate Programs, applications must be submitted before July 15 (Winter) and January 15 (Summer).
  • For Masters and Research Programs, the admission application deadlines vary.
  • For Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Medicine programs, the deadline is July 15.

Due to COVID 19 outbreak, the university has extended the upcoming winter semester deadline till August 20, 2023. The deadline extension is applicable for UG and selective PG programs whose admissions are conducted internally by the university itself.

How to Apply?

All applicants from non-EU/EEA countries are required to apply for admission online on the university website.

Candidates seeking admission to courses with national restrictions (medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry) should apply through Uni-assist for document verification.

Admission Requirements

While there may be specific a few specific program requirements, overall admission requirements at the university are:

  • Certification: High School Official Transcripts; Undergraduate Degree Certificate (master’s applicants)
  • Tests to Study in Germany (Language Proficiency): DSH- Level 2; Goethe Certificate 2; TestDaF (TDN 4 or above); Certificate of ”telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule”
  • Supporting Documents: Motivation letter; CV; TestAS result (for select graduate-level programs)
  • Financial Statement: Bank Statement/Tax return showcasing the ability to spend 725 EUR per month
  • Health Insurance: Proof of substantial health insurance.
  • For admission to doctoral programs, prospective students must find a supervisor willing to support their research proposal.

Inability to meet the German language requirements is a problem that can be solved by taking up language preparatory courses at the Heidelberg University, or in your own home country. The university also has an International Summer School which offers 4-week German courses at different levels.

English Language Requirements

Test Grade
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL-iBT 79
ACT 21
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) 180 (CEFR level C1)
PTE (Pearson Test of English) 53

Visa Requirements

To pursue any program at Heidelberg University, it is mandatory for international students (non-EU nationals) to apply for and obtain a German student visa. Documents required along with the visa application are listed below:

  • Cover letter stating the purpose and duration of your stay
  • Two recent passport-size photographs
  • Acceptance letter from the university
  • Proof of available finances ( 8,700 EUR per year) and health insurance
  • Proof of proficiency in English and German

The German student visa application costs 75 EUR and takes around 25 days to process.

Heidelberg University Cost of Attendance

Heidelberg University charges its international students from non-EU/EEA countries a tuition fee of EUR 1,500 per semester for the winter semester 2023/2024.

Expense Annual Amount in EUR
Tuition Fee (non-EU/EEA) 1,500 x 2= 3,000
Semester Fee 169.25 x 2= 338.50
Health Insurance ( 90 EUR/mo) 105 x 12= 1,260
Living Expenses ( 735 EUR/mo) 835 x 12= 10,020
Total 14,618.50

The table above shows the estimated cost of attendance for international students (non-EU/EEA) studying at Heidelberg University. In some special cases, candidates may apply for exemption from the tuition fee.

Heidelberg University Scholarships & Financial Aid

Presently, the university doesn’t offer any scholarships or financial aid programs to students. While international students will have to bear the cost of living themselves, they can apply for scholarships offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and other German organizations. Some of these scholarship programs include

  • DeutschlandStipendum: Offered to high performing international students commencing UG/PG coursework program at a German university. The scholarship is offered through the partnership of federal government and private sponsors. Recipients get an award of 330 USD per month
  • German Chancellor Fellowship: 50 scholarships worth 2170 EUR, 2470 EUR, and 2770 EUR are awarded to students from India, Brazil, the USA, China, and Russia.
  • KAAD Scholarship: Awarded to students from Africa, Asia, Middle East or Latin America, commencing PG studies at German University. Recipients are awarded a substantial tuition fee waiver amount that varies every year.

Apart from these, the institution recommends international students to seek scholarships by the organizations in their own countries.

Heidelberg University Placements

University allows students to practice more practically so that students can learn and develop their skills. The university provides Students with networks, and others will guide Students for their placements.

Some of the highest paying degrees at Heidelberg University are:

Degree Average Salary (in EUR)
Masters in Finance 95,000
Masters in Science 94,000
Bachelor of Arts 90,000
Doctorate 71,000

As per THE World University Rankings 2023, Heidelberg University was placed at #45 globally and #4 in Germany. The university graduates (both domestic and international) can earn an annual salary between 50,000 EUR to 100,000 EUR. Furthermore, few top employers in the area like Heidelberg Cement, SAP, ABB Ltd. offer generous annual packages worth even 120,000 EUR.

Heidelberg University Program Fees & Deadlines

ProgramImportant DatesFeesExams ScoreAction
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake (15th Nov 2024)
EUR 382/Yr
EUR 382 /Yr
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake (15th Nov 2024)
EUR 382/Yr
EUR 382 /Yr
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake (15th Nov 2024)
EUR 382/Yr
EUR 382 /Yr
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake (15th Nov 2024)
EUR 382/Yr
EUR 382 /Yr
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake (15th Nov 2024)
EUR 382/Yr
EUR 382 /Yr
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake (15th Nov 2024)
EUR 382/Yr
EUR 382 /Yr

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Heidelberg University Ratings

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7.2 out of 10
9.0/10Academic
8.0/10Accommodation
9.0/10Faculty
9.0/10Infrastructure
8.0/10Placement

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Good academics. The course provided was comprehensive and aligned with my interests. University also promotes research.

Fees

1000 Euros/semester

academic: 9/10
faculty: 9/10
infrastructure: 9/10
accomodation: 8/10
placement: 8/10

Heidelberg University Scholarships


NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Deutschland Stipendium ProgramScholarship per student$4,363Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Bhajan Lal ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Australian Government Research Training ProgramScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
DAAD ScholarshipsScholarship per student$888Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Paul Foundation scholarshipsScholarship per student$20,174Level Of StudyDiplomaTypeMerit-Based
Goa Education Trust ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based

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Heidelberg University Admissions

  • Winter Deadline Deadlines

    Important Date: June15 (Application deadline)
  • Summer Deadline Deadlines

    Important Date: November15 (Application deadline)

Heidelberg University Exam Scores

ExamsAvg. ScoreMin ScoreMax. Score%Submitted'
Graduate
GRE updated320300340-
Language Proficiency
TOEFL10590120-
IELTS7.56.59-

Attendance Cost

€382

attendance cost

The table shows average yearly cost of attendance for international students. Amount may vary with the course opted, nature of accommodation, and personal spending habits of a candidate.Check Program wise Fees

Tuition fees
Undergraduate Programs
€382 / Year
Post Graduate Program
€382 / Year
On Campus
Private Apartment, furnished
€7,978 / Year
Apartment shared by 2, furnished
€5,700 / Year
Apartment shared by 3, furnished
€8,697 / Year

Faculty

Total FacultyFull TimePart TimeGraduate Assistants
1790---

Heidelberg University Campus Location


+49-622-1540
Telephone
Grabengasse 1, 69117 Heidelberg
Address

Nearby This Campus

  • Airport
  • Bus Station
  • Shopping Mall
  • Book Store
  • Train Station
  • Super Market

Airport

Helipark 20.22 km
Helipark0.23 km
Hubschrauberlandeplatz0.26 km
Heliport0.26 km
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Shopping Mall

Mathematikon B0.39 km
FlixBus Bus Stop1.46 km
GALERIA Karstadt Kaufhof1.97 km
OTOPARK2.01 km
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Train Station

Heidelberg Central Station1.73 km
Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof1.74 km
Heidelberg1.74 km
S-Pfaffengrund/Wieblingen2.24 km
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Bus Station

Kopfklinik0.35 km
Kopfklinik0.35 km
Technologiepark0.38 km
Technologiepark0.44 km
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Book Store

ACADEMIA-PRESS/STUDENTEN-PRESSE Internationale Presseauslieferungs GmbH1.41 km
Schreibwaren Hofmann1.52 km
Schmitt & Hahn Buch und Presse1.71 km
Thomas Rabe1.82 km
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Super Market

Kaufland Heidelberg-Weststadt1.80 km
Scheck-in Center1.90 km
denn's Biomarkt2.01 km
dm-drogerie markt2.03 km
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● All distance are measured radially. Actual distance may vary

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loking for PhD in IPR could you please guide me eligibility and all criteria
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Sinbad Chongtham

To apply for Ph.D admission at Heidelberg University you must first contact a supervisor to help you in choosing a topic and methodology, planning the project, writing and revising the dissertation, pursuing additional professional skills and qualifications, etc. I suggest you please visit the “Formal steps for beginning your doctorate” page on the university’s website to know the complete admission procedure.

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What level of German language should I complete for HU admission?

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Sinbad Chongtham

International students applying at Heidelberg University must take the Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH) test. To be eligible for admission at this univesity you must have a minimum score of DSH-2.

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What is the acceptance rate for foreigner students?
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Sinbad Chongtham

The competition for admission at Heidelberg University is really high. The university has an acceptance rate of just 27%. You can check the admission requirements for international students for the respective programs at Heidelberg University Admissions.

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