Snapshot
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- Strong ranking signal for student confidence and employability research.
- Scholarship information is available for affordability checks.
- Multiple programs are listed, making course-fit comparison easier.
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The University of Cologne (Universität zu Köln) is one of the oldest and largest universities in Germany. Originally founded in 1388, it was closed in 1798 and re-established in 1919. It is a public research university located in the Lindenthal district of Cologne and is known for strong programs in economics, law, medicine, natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences. As a major European research institution, it maintains extensive international partnerships and participates in numerous collaborative research centers and clusters of excellence.
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Academics & Programs
10 programs catalogued.
Admissions Intelligence
Real outcomes, your fit.
Entry requirements
- IELTS
- 6.5+
- TOEFL
- 90+
- Duolingo
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- PTE
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- Application deadline
- Varies
- Application fee
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Cost & ROI
Tuition, living, scholarships.
€861–1,200/month + travel. International students for master's, PhD, and short-term research at German universities.
€300/month. Domestic and international students at German universities; merit-based.
Tuition + €700–1,400/month. Students at participating EU/Erasmus+ universities for exchange or joint master's.
Campus Life & Media
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Outcomes
Recruiters, salaries, work pathway.
Top recruiters
Post-study & PR
Most Germany universities offer 2-3 year post-study work options for international graduates.
Voices
Notable alumni and student communities.
