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Justus Liebig University Giessen
Giessen, Germany
"Life sciences, veterinary medicine and 25 English programmes"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#396 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Justus Liebig University Giessen
Justus Liebig University Giessen was founded in 1607 and is named after chemist Justus von Liebig. It is a comprehensive university with 11 faculties including veterinary medicine, agricultural sciences and medicine. It lists 25 English-taught international programmes and takes part in the EUPeace European University alliance.
Rankings & Recognition
#396
Ranked #396 in the QS World University Rankings 2024 (older edition, check topuniversities.com for the latest).
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Justus Liebig University Giessen's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Key Facts
1607
Founded
#396
QS 2024 Rank
Public University
Type
Giessen, Hesse
Location
approx. 24,500
Total Students
approx. 15% of students
International Students
Popular Programs
Life sciences
Veterinary medicine
Agricultural sciences
Law and economics
Humanities and languages
Natural sciences
Medicine
Application Details
Intakes
Mainly Winter (Oct)
Application Route
Check JLU International Office page
Standardized Test Requirements
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Language test
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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
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 5,850 employees
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen
Frank-Walter Steinmeier
Georg Buchner
Ernest Rutherford
Campus & Location
No single campus: buildings are grouped by subject area in several parts of Giessen city.
Campus Details
Giessen
city
Campus Forecast
Giessen
Hesse
Main campus
Student residences
Mild temperate climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Giessen
3475 dorm places in Giessen Friedberg and Fulda
Netzwerk Wohnen private landlord scheme
Dining
Mensa Otto-Behaghel-Strasse
Mensa Mildred-Harnack-Fish-Haus
Cafeterias Cafe am Kunstweg and CampusTor
Pasta dishes approx. EUR 2.50 to 2.90
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Check university site
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 15% of students
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
About 95% of programmes start in the winter semester. Check the JLU International Office page for current deadlines.
Scholarships at Justus Liebig University Giessen
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Deutschlandstipendium
All funding: eUR 300 / month (Deutschlandstipendium)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
School-leaving certificate
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor; language proof
English Proficiency
Language 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
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the JLU international pages.
2
Prepare documents
Get certified copies, the APS certificate (for India), a language certificate and a CV with motivation letter.
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Apply online
Apply on the JLU 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
No single campus: buildings are grouped by subject area in several parts of Giessen city.
Bachelor's
4
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Bachelor's
Global Food Systems
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Bachelor's
Environmental Sciences
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Bachelor's
Chemistry
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
Master's
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Master's
Economics of Global Risk
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Master's
One Health
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Master's
Mind, Brain and Behavior
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Master's
Sustainable Chemistry
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