All Levels
DAAD scholarships
All funding: scholarship funding via DAAD (varies)
Kiel University
Kiel, Germany
"Marine science and research on the Baltic coast"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#618 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Kiel University
Christian-Albrechts-Universitat zu Kiel was founded in 1665 and is the oldest and largest university in Schleswig-Holstein. It has eight faculties and offers about 190 degree programmes, of which around 47 are taught in English. Research focuses on marine science, life science and nano- and surface science.
Rankings & Recognition
#618
Ranked #618 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Kiel University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1665
Founded
#618
QS 2026 Rank
Public University
Type
Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
Location
approx. 24,400
Total Students
approx. 2,400
International Students
Popular Programs
Marine and Earth sciences
Life sciences and medicine
Natural sciences and mathematics
Humanities and social sciences
Law and economics
Engineering and computer science
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and Summer (Apr)
Application Route
uni-assist or direct
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
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Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
The main campus lies in the city of Kiel on the Baltic Sea coast in northern Germany.
Campus Details
Kiel
Campus Forecast
Kiel
Schleswig-Holstein
Main campus
Student residences
Mild maritime climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Schleswig-Holstein runs student dorms in Kiel
Online dorm application via the Studentenwerk portal
Dining
Mensa canteens run by Studentenwerk Schleswig-Holstein
cUBar cafe
Dockside cafe
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
University sports programme (Hochschulsport)
Student clubs and associations
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 2,400
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
Winter and summer intakes exist for many programmes. Deadlines vary by programme and are published on the university site.
Scholarships at Kiel University
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Deutschlandstipendium
All funding: check university site for amount
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Recognised school-leaving certificate plus German
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree plus 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 CAU 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 through uni-assist (or the university portal if the programme says so) and pay the uni-assist fee.
4
Admission decision
The university checks your file and sends the admission letter (Zulassung).
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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 main campus lies in the city of Kiel on the Baltic Sea coast in northern Germany.
Bachelor's
4
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Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Geosciences (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Business Administration (B.Sc.)
Master's
4
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Master's
Marine Geosciences (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Physics of the Earth System (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Economics (M.Sc.)
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