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PFH scholarship opportunities
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PFH – Private University of Applied Sciences
Gottingen, Germany
"Lower Saxony's oldest private state-recognised university"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#243 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About PFH – Private University of Applied Sciences
PFH was established in 1995 and is Lower Saxony's oldest private, state-recognised university of applied sciences. It has its main campus in Gottingen and a location in Stade, with around 4,500 students and about 47 study programmes. It offers English-taught management master's degrees including an MBA, General Management, User Experience Management and Design, and AI Management. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Rankings & Recognition
#243
No QS World University Rankings position found; see topuniversities.com for the latest list.
Accreditations & Memberships
Private University of Applied Sciences
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1995
Founded
Private University of Applied Sciences
Type
Gottingen, Lower Saxony
Location
approx. 4,500
Total Students
approx. 490 (11%)
International Students
Popular Programs
Business administration
Computer science and AI
Business informatics
Design and user experience
Healthcare technology
Management and MBA
Application Details
Intakes
Rolling admissions
Application Route
Direct online portal
Application Fee
EUR 0
English Masters
90 ECTS, on campus
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
EUR 0
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
Main campus in Gottingen and a second location in Stade.
Campus Details
Gottingen
Stade
Campus Forecast
Gottingen
Lower Saxony
Main campus
Student residences
Mild maritime climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Private rooms and WGs in Gottingen
Studentenwerk Gottingen dormitories
Rent figures not published by PFH
Dining
Cafeteria near the Gottingen campus
Zentralmensa Gottingen (Studentenwerk)
Prices not published
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Free German language classes
Career services and company projects
Student council and events
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 490 (11%)
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
approx. EUR 1,248-4,380 / semester
Tuition Master (approx.)
approx. EUR 2,340-5,880 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
PFH uses rolling admissions, so applications can be submitted at any time with no application fee; check pfh.de for programme start dates.
Scholarships at PFH – Private University of Applied Sciences
2 scholarships available
All Levels
DAAD scholarships (where eligible)
All funding: check DAAD.de for amounts
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
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
1
Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the PFH 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 PFH 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
Main campus in Gottingen and a second location in Stade.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Business Administration
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📍 Gottingen
Bachelor's
Computer Science
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📍 Gottingen
PFH – Private University of Applied Sciences
📍 Gottingen
Bachelor's
Business Management
Master's
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Master's
General Management (MSc)
PFH – Private University of Applied Sciences
📍 Gottingen
PFH – Private University of Applied Sciences
📍 Gottingen
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