All Levels
All funding: eUR 300 / month
Universität Mannheim
Mannheim, Germany
"Top German university for business and economics"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#425 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Universität Mannheim
The University of Mannheim was established in 1967 and traces its roots to institutions dating back to 1763. It is housed in the Baroque Mannheim Palace and is ranked among Germany's top universities in economics and social sciences. It has schools for business, law, economics, social sciences, humanities and business informatics and mathematics.
Rankings & Recognition
#425
Ranked #425 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 Universität Mannheim's global standing for that metric.
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Employer Reputation
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Key Facts
1967
Founded
#425
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg
Location
approx. 11,900
Total Students
approx. 1,200 degree-seeking
International Students
Popular Programs
Business Administration
Economics
Business Informatics and Mathematics
Social Sciences
Law
Humanities
Application Details
Intakes
Autumn and Spring
Application Route
Mannheim online portal
Bachelor Deadline
15 July
Master Deadline
Mar to Nov (varies)
Standardized Test Requirements
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German (all bachelors)
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C1 |
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English-taught master
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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. 900 academic staff
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Stefan Lippe
Jens Weidmann
Gitanas Nauseda
Campus & Location
Main campus in Mannheim Palace in the city centre, with a Campus East and Campus West area.
Campus Details
Mannheim
Palace
Mannheim
East campus
Mannheim
West campus
Campus Forecast
Mannheim
Baden-Wurttemberg
Main campus
Student residences
Temperate climate
cold winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Mannheim
University residences (furnished shared)
Mieterportal 24 tenant portal
Rooms approx. EUR 250 to 400 per month
Dining
Mensa am Schloss
Mensaria am Schloss
Cafe Soleil
EO cafeteria
Pay by app at select outlets
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
ENGAGE.EU European university alliance
Baden-Wurttemberg/North Carolina exchange
Over 170 nations among students
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 1,200 degree-seeking
Main Intl. Regions
Students from over 100 nationalities
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Semester Fee
EUR 194 / semester (autumn 2026)
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and spring intake. Bachelor deadline 15 July. Master application windows fall between March and November depending on the programme (international degree seekers brochure).
Scholarships at Universität Mannheim
2 scholarships available
All Levels
DAAD scholarships (see daad.de)
All funding: varies by programme
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
German C1; Mannheim online portal
Postgraduate
Varies by programme; many in English
English Proficiency
German (all bachelors)
English-taught master
Check selection statuteRequired 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 UMA 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.
3
Apply online
Apply on the UMA 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 Mannheim Palace in the city centre, with a Campus East and Campus West area.
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