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Ulm University
Ulm, Germany
"Compact campus university in science, engineering and medicine"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#575 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Ulm University
Ulm University was founded in 1967 and has four faculties: Engineering, Computer Science and Psychology; Mathematics and Economics; Natural Sciences; and Medicine. The main campus is on the Oberer Eselsberg hill north of the city. It enrols roughly 10,000 students and offers about 30 English-taught programmes per third-party listings.
Rankings & Recognition
#575
Ranked #575 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 Ulm University's global standing for that metric.
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Key Facts
1967
Founded
#575
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Ulm, Baden-Wurttemberg
Location
approx. 9,800
Total Students
approx. 13% of students
International Students
Popular Programs
Engineering
Computer Science
Mathematics and Finance
Natural Sciences
Medicine
Psychology
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (mainly) and Summer (some)
Tuition
EUR 1,500 / semester for non-EU students
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS
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5.5 (varies by programme) |
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TOEFL iBT
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72 (varies by programme) |
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 — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Martin Plenio
Reiner Knizia
Franz Josef Radermacher
Campus & Location
Main campus on Oberer Eselsberg north of Ulm; university hospital sites across the city.
Campus Details
Oberer
Eselsberg
Campus Forecast
Ulm
Baden-Wurttemberg
Main campus
Student residences
Temperate climate
cold winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Ulm
approx. 1954 dorm places across Ulm Biberach and Schwabisch Gmund
average rent approx. EUR 377 / month
Dining
Mensa Uni Ulm run by Studierendenwerk Ulm
Cafeterias at partner universities
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport Ulm
Student initiatives
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 13% of students
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Semester Fee
approx. EUR 182 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Most English-taught masters start in the winter semester; about half also admit in summer (third-party listing). Check each programme page for deadlines.
Scholarships at Ulm 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 B2
English Proficiency
IELTS
5.5 (varies by programme)TOEFL iBT
72 (varies by programme)Required 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 Ulm 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 Uni Ulm 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.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
Main campus on Oberer Eselsberg north of Ulm; university hospital sites across the city.
Bachelor's
5
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Bachelor's
Computer Science (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Electrical Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Physics (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Molecular Medicine (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Business Mathematics (B.Sc.)
Master's
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Master's
Finance (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Mathematical Data Science (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Quantum Engineering (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Physics (M.Sc.)
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