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University of Cologne (2026/27)
University of Cologne
The University of Cologne, officially known as the University of Cologne, is one of the oldest and largest universities in Germany. Founded in 1388, it has a rich history spanning six centuries. As a public university, it offers a wide range of academic programmes to its more than 50,000 students. Located in the vibrant city of Cologne, Germany, the university's urban campus is close to major landmarks such as the famous Cologne Cathedral.
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Type 
of international students 
No. of students (2025) 
Term model
Type University (public)
of international students 12%
No. of students (2025) 47,238
Term model Semester
Contact Info
Albertus-Magnus-Platz
50923 Köln
Phone: +49 221 470-8818 
Email: [email protected] 
Website: uni-koeln.de 
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356 programsFees & Costs
German Students 
Other EU Students Non-EU Students German StudentsDegree
Tuition Fee
Bachelor
No tuition fees
Master
0 - 633 euros (per semester)
State exam
No tuition fees
MBA
14,833 euros (per semester)
LL.M.
0 - 7,500 euros (per semester)
Disclaimer: You should use this text as a general guide, but it cannot serve as a guarantee. Keep in mind that there is no universal tuition fee that applies to all study programs and all student groups. Hence, we urge you to always individually double-check the specific fees of the specific study programs offered by the University of Cologne on its official website.
Application Deadlines
Below are the most frequent application deadlines for University of Cologne study programs.
German Students Other EU Students Non-EU Students Non-EU StudentsWinter Semester
Summer Semester
| Admission-restricted courses | Admission-free courses | |
|---|---|---|
| Master | 15 July | 15 July |
| Bachelor | 15 July | 31 August |
| MBA | 11 August | No courses |
| LL.M. | 15 July | 30 June |
| State Examination | 15 July | No courses |
Master
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
15 July
Bachelor
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
31 August
MBA
Admission-restricted courses
11 August
Admission-free courses
No courses
LL.M.
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
30 June
State Examination
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
No courses
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually. 
Numerus Clausus (Admission Restriction)
For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).
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Choose degree German Students Other EU Students Non-EU Students Non-EU StudentsWinter Semester 2025/2026
