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Munich University of Applied Sciences
Munich, Germany
"Munich's practice-oriented university of applied sciences"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#1201 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Munich University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule Munchen (HM) was founded in 1971 through the merger of several older institutions and is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Germany. It has 14 faculties covering engineering, natural sciences, business, social sciences and design with over 80 degree programmes. It enrolled approx. 18,800 students in 2025, about 14% international.
Rankings & Recognition
#1201
No QS World University Rankings position found; see topuniversities.com for the latest list.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University of Applied Sciences
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1971
Founded
Public University of Applied Sciences
Type
Munich, Bavaria
Location
approx. 18,800
Total Students
approx. 2,600 (14%)
International Students
Popular Programs
Mechanical and electrical engineering
Computer science and mathematics
Business administration
Applied natural sciences
Social sciences
Design and architecture
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and Summer (Mar)
Bachelor Deadline
15 July (winter, non-EU)
Master Deadline
15 June / 15 July (winter)
Application Route
Check university site
Standardized Test Requirements
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Language test
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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
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Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 1,200 (incl. 510 professors)
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
Three campuses in Munich: Lothstrasse, Pasing and Karlstrasse.
Campus Details
Lothstrasse
Pasing
Karlstrasse
Campus Forecast
Munich
Bavaria
Main campus
Student residences
Temperate climate
cold winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Munchen Oberbayern dormitories
Waiting time approx. 3-4 semesters
Roncalli College prioritises HM students
Private rent approx. EUR 550-1000 / month
Dining
Mensa Lothstrasse (Studierendenwerk)
Mensa Pasing
Student cafeterias on all campuses
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport programme
Student initiatives and project teams
International student groups and buddy programme
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 2,600 (14%)
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 500 / semester (non-EU)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 700 / semester (non-EU)
Semester Fee
EUR 97 / semester (student union fee)
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter semester deadlines for non-EU applicants: Bachelor 15 July; Master and MBA 15 June (unrestricted) or 15 July (restricted), as listed by a third-party portal (approx.). Check hm.edu for the current year.
Scholarships at Munich University of Applied Sciences
2 scholarships available
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 and language proof
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree, programme-specific
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
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Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the HM international pages.
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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 HM online application portal and upload your documents.
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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.
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Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
Three campuses in Munich: Lothstrasse, Pasing and Karlstrasse.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Engineering Physics and Data Science
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Bachelor's
Mechanical Engineering
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
Master's
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Master's
Photonics
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Master's
Micro- and Nanotechnology
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