Postgraduate
funding: up to EUR 15,000
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
Leipzig, Germany
"Germany's oldest business school, in Leipzig"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#101 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management describes itself as the oldest business school in German-speaking Europe. It has 800+ students in 8 programmes from 60+ nationalities and 3,500+ alumni. Its programmes include the full-time Master in Management, Master in Finance, and Master in Entrepreneurship.
Rankings & Recognition
#101
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 HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Key Facts
1898
Founded
Private University
Type
Leipzig, Saxony
Location
approx. 800
Total Students
N/A (60+ nationalities on campus)
International Students
Popular Programs
Management
Finance
Entrepreneurship
Consulting
Strategic Management
Digital Entrepreneurship
Application Details
Intake
September
Duration
21-24 months
Deadline (non-EU)
May 31, 2026
Indian applicants
APS certificate and dMAT may be required
Application Route
Direct online portal
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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TOEFL iBT
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90 |
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IELTS
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7.0 |
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GMAT/GRE
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GMAT, GRE or HHL Entry Test |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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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
Consulting firms
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
N/A
Campus & Location
HHL is based in Leipzig.
Campus Details
Leipzig
Campus Forecast
Leipzig
Saxony
Main campus
Student residences
Continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Private housing in Leipzig
Studierendenwerk Leipzig halls may be available
Dining
Cafes and canteens near the Leipzig campus
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Entrepreneurship events
Term abroad at 140+ partner universities
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A (60+ nationalities on campus)
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 38,500 total
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
September start. For 2026, final deadlines were May 31 for non-EU applicants and June 30 for EU applicants, with early bird deadlines of November 30, January 31 and March 31.
Scholarships at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
4 scholarships available
Postgraduate
funding: up to EUR 10,000
HHL Women in Business Scholarship
Postgraduate
funding: half of tuition
HHL Dean's List Scholarship
Postgraduate
funding: up to EUR 5,000
HHL Young Leader Scholarship
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 focus)
Postgraduate
Business bachelor 180 ECTS; GMAT/GRE/HHL test
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT
IELTS
GMAT/GRE
GMAT, GRE or HHL Entry TestRequired 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
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the HHL 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 HHL 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
HHL is based in Leipzig.
Master's
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HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
📍 Leipzig
Master's
Full-time Master in Management
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
📍 Leipzig
Master's
Full-time Master in Finance
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
📍 Leipzig
Master's
Full-time Master in Entrepreneurship
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
📍 Leipzig
Master's
Part-time Master in Management
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