All Levels
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All funding: varies by programme
Trier University
Trier, Germany
"Mid-sized university in Germany's oldest city"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#695 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Trier University
Trier University has roots in a university founded in 1473 and was re-established in 1970. It has six faculties covering education, languages and media, history and politics, economics and computer science, law and geography. Around 10,000 students are enrolled (WS 2025/26), with 17.2% international.
Rankings & Recognition
#695
Listed in the QS World University Rankings 2027 in the 1401+ band.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Trier University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1970
Founded
1401+ band
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate
Location
approx. 10,000
Total Students
approx. 1,700 (17.2%)
International Students
Popular Programs
Economics and Business
Law
Computer Science and Mathematics
Linguistics and Media
History and Politics
Geography and Geosciences
Application Details
Intakes
Winter and Summer (programme-specific)
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
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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
Academic Staff — approx. 955 academic staff
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Rene Dirven
Mervat Seif el-Din
Campus & Location
Main Tarforst campus opened in 1977 plus Campus II in a former French military hospital complex.
Campus Details
Tarforst
campus
Trier
Campus II
Campus Forecast
Trier
Rhineland-Palatinate
Main campus
Student residences
Mild temperate climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Trier (Universitaetsring 12a)
Student dormitories
Housing guide for degree students
Dining
Studierendenwerk Trier Mensa
Cafeterias on campus
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport Trier
Student initiatives
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 1,700 (17.2%)
Main Intl. Regions
Luxembourg and China historically led
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Semester Fee
EUR 369.80 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Intakes and deadlines vary by programme. Check the university site for the current year.
Scholarships at Trier University
2 scholarships available
All Levels
All funding: eUR 300 / month
Deutschlandstipendium (merit-based, via university)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Recognised school certificate; German proficiency
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree; English or German
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 Uni Trier 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 Uni Trier 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.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
Main Tarforst campus opened in 1977 plus Campus II in a former French military hospital complex.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Business Administration (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Computer Science (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Economics (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Political Science (B.A.)
Master's
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Master's
International Business (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
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