Postgraduate
Hertie School full scholarships
funding: 100% of tuition fees
Hertie School
Berlin, Germany
"English-taught graduate school for public policy in Berlin"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#25 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Hertie School
The Hertie School is a graduate school in Berlin focused on public policy, international affairs and data science. All courses are taught in English. It offers the Master of Public Policy, Master of International Affairs, Master of Data Science for Public Policy and an Executive Master of Public Administration, and is part of APSIA, GPPN and CIVICA.
Rankings & Recognition
#25
No QS World University Rankings position found; see topuniversities.com for the latest list.
Accreditations & Memberships
Private University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Hertie School's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
65.40#0
Employer Reputation
75.20#0
Citations per Faculty
92.10#0
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Key Facts
2003
Founded
Private University
Type
Berlin
Location
approx. 573
Total Students
approx. 380 (66%)
International Students
Popular Programs
Public Policy
International Affairs
Data Science for Public Policy
Public Administration
Governance
Political Economy
Application Details
Application Route
Direct online portal
Priority Deadline
February 1
Final Deadline
May 1
Selection
Suit. 40%, acad. 40%, motiv. 20%
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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English test
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Check university site |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
National visa (type D)
Post-Study Work
18 months
Green Card Pathway
EU Blue Card
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
DAAD / university awards
Career Outcomes
N/A
Graduate Employment
18 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
N/A
Campus & Location
The school is based in central Berlin.
Campus Details
Berlin
Campus Forecast
Berlin
Main campus
Student residences
Continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Berlin student housing
Private housing market in Berlin
Dining
Berlin Mensa network (studierendenWERK BERLIN)
Cafes around the Berlin campus
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Student-led clubs and initiatives
Policy events and talks
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 380 (66%)
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Master (approx.)
approx. EUR 19,250 per programme
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Applications for the autumn start have an early bird deadline of November 30, a priority deadline of February 1 (recommended for scholarships) and a final deadline of May 1; English test submission by June 1 (dates from the official MPP page, check the current year).
Scholarships at Hertie School
3 scholarships available
Postgraduate
Hertie School partial scholarships
funding: 10% to 50% of tuition fees
All Levels
All funding: varies
DAAD scholarships
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
N/A (postgraduate only)
Postgraduate
Bachelor degree; CV; motivation letter 500-900 words
English Proficiency
English test
Check university siteRequired Documents
Passport copy
Application form (uni-assist or university portal)
School-leaving certificate (HZB) or degree
Academic transcripts
APS certificate (applicants from India, China, Vietnam)
Language proof (German or English)
CV and motivation letter
Blocked account proof (EUR 11,904 per year)
Health insurance proof
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Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the Hertie international pages.
2
Prepare documents
Get certified copies, the APS certificate (for India), a language certificate and a CV with motivation letter.
3
Apply online
Apply on the Hertie online application portal and upload your documents.
4
Admission decision
The university checks your file and sends the admission letter (Zulassung).
5
Money & insurance
Open a blocked account (EUR 11,904 per year) and take German health insurance.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
The school is based in central Berlin.
Master's
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Master's
Master of Public Policy (MPP)
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