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Universität Rostock
Rostock, Germany
"Oldest university in the Baltic Sea region, founded 1419"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#851 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Universität Rostock
The University of Rostock was founded in 1419 and is the third-oldest university in Germany and the oldest in continental northern Europe. It has nine faculties plus an interdisciplinary faculty, covering fields from maritime engineering and computer science to medicine and agriculture. Research focuses on life light and matter, maritime systems, ageing and culture.
Rankings & Recognition
#851
Listed in the QS World University Rankings 2027 in the 901+ band.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Universität Rostock's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Key Facts
1419
Founded
901+ band
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Rostock, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
Location
approx. 12,500
Total Students
approx. 1,460
International Students
Popular Programs
Maritime and Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
Medicine
Agricultural Sciences
Natural Sciences and Physics
Humanities and Teacher Education
Law and Economics
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and Summer (Apr)
Application Route
uni-assist
Main Deadline
15 July (most programmes)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS
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6.5 |
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TOEFL iBT
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approx. 71-90 by programme |
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English level
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CEFR B2 |
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
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 1,340 academic staff
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
N/A
Campus & Location
Urban university in the Hanseatic city of Rostock on the Baltic coast; faculties are spread across the city.
Campus Details
Rostock
city
Campus Forecast
Rostock
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
Main campus
Student residences
Mild maritime climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Rostock-Wismar runs the student halls
Halls at Max-Planck-Strasse and Albert-Einstein-Strasse
Halls at St.-Georg-Strasse and Ulmenstrasse
Dining
Mensa run by Studierendenwerk Rostock-Wismar
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Student council (StuRa/AStA) and faculty student councils
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 1,460
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Semester Fee
EUR 352 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intakes. The deadline for most programmes is 15 July for the winter semester (year not stated on the page).
Scholarships at Universität Rostock
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
School cert; German or B2 English
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor; B2 English for English MSc
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
approx. 71-90 by programmeEnglish level
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 UR 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 through uni-assist (or the university portal if the programme says so) and pay the uni-assist fee.
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
Urban university in the Hanseatic city of Rostock on the Baltic coast; faculties are spread across the city.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
English/American Studies (B.A.)
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Bachelor's
Anglistik/Amerikanistik (B.A.)
Master's
5
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Master's
Electrical Engineering (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Business Informatics (M.Sc.)
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