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Saarland University
Saarbrucken, Germany
"European profile, close to major research institutes"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#588 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Saarland University
Saarland University was founded in 1948 and is located in Saarbrucken and Homburg near the French border. It has six faculties including medicine, law, natural sciences and technology, and mathematics and computer science. It is closely linked with research institutes such as Max Planck and Fraunhofer institutes and has a strong European, cross-border profile with French partner universities.
Rankings & Recognition
#588
Ranked #588 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Saarland University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1948
Founded
#588
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Saarbrucken, Saarland
Location
approx. 16,300
Total Students
approx. 3,700
International Students
Popular Programs
Computer science and cybersecurity
Natural sciences and technology
Medicine
Law and European studies
Humanities and language technology
Business and economics
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and some Summer (Apr)
Restricted programmes deadline
15 July (WS 2026/27, approx.)
Unrestricted master deadline
15 May (WS 2026/27, approx.)
Tuition
Mostly EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Standardized Test Requirements
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DSH
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DSH-2 |
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TestDaF
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TDN 4 |
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English-taught programmes
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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
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 1,900 academic staff
Student-Staff Ratio — approx. 8:1
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Notable Alumni
Peter Altmaier
Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer
Campus & Location
The main campus is on a wooded hill just outside Saarbrucken city centre; the medical faculty and university hospital are located in Homburg.
Campus Details
Saarbrucken
Homburg
Campus Forecast
Saarbrucken
Saarland
Main campus
Student residences
Mild temperate climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk im Saarland student halls
Residences in Saarbrucken and Homburg
Rent per month N/A
Dining
Mensa on Saarbrucken campus
Mensa in Homburg
Campus cafeterias
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport Saarland university sports
FISU Healthy Campus Platinum label
Student initiatives and clubs
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 3,700
Main Intl. Regions
Students from more than 120 nations
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 for most programmes
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intake depending on programme. For winter semester 2026/27, approx. deadlines are 15 July for restricted programmes, 30 September for unrestricted bachelor and 15 May for unrestricted master programmes.
Scholarships at Saarland University
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
Recognised school-leaving certificate + German C1 or Studienkolleg
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree + programme language proof
English Proficiency
DSH
TestDaF
English-taught programmes
Check programme pageRequired 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 UdS 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 UdS 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.
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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
The main campus is on a wooded hill just outside Saarbrucken city centre; the medical faculty and university hospital are located in Homburg.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Computer Science (B.Sc.)
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📍 Saarbrucken
Bachelor's
Cybersecurity (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Business Administration (B.Sc.)
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📍 Saarbrucken
Bachelor's
Materials Science and Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Law (Staatsexamen)
Master's
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📍 Saarbrucken
Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
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📍 Saarbrucken
Master's
Cybersecurity (M.Sc.)
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📍 Saarbrucken
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