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University of Freiburg
Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
"Fifth-oldest German university, founded 1457 in the Black Forest"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#245 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About University of Freiburg
The University of Freiburg was founded in 1457 and is the fifth-oldest university in Germany. It has 11 faculties and about 150 fields of study, with about 16% international students from around 120 countries. Non-EU students pay a state tuition fee of EUR 1,500 per semester in Baden-Wurttemberg.
Rankings & Recognition
#245
Ranked #245 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 University of Freiburg'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
1457
Founded
#245
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Wurttemberg
Location
approx. 24,400
Total Students
approx. 16% of students
International Students
Popular Programs
Natural Sciences and Physics
Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Engineering and Embedded Systems
Humanities and Social Sciences
Economics
Environment and Forestry
Law
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and Summer (Apr)
Application Route
University online portal
Winter Window
1 Jun - 15 Jul
Summer Window
1 Dec - 15 Jan
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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90 |
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TestDaF
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TDN 4 |
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DSH
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DSH-2 |
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Goethe-Zertifikat
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C1 |
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. 4,600 academic staff
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Martin Heidegger
Edmund Husserl
Hannah Arendt
Friedrich Hayek
Campus & Location
Three main campuses: the university centre near the historic city core, the institutes quarter and the engineering campus.
Campus Details
Freiburg
city centre
Freiburg
institutes quarter
Freiburg
engineering campus
Campus Forecast
Freiburg im Breisgau
Baden-Wurttemberg
Main campus
Student residences
Temperate climate
cold winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Freiburg runs 17 dormitories
Dorms in Freiburg Offenburg Kehl and Furtwangen
Dining
10 canteens and 7 cafeterias run by Studierendenwerk
Restaurant Haus zur Lieben Hand
Mensa buffet approx. EUR 1.10 per 100g for students
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Check university site
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 16% of students
Main Intl. Regions
About 120 countries
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intakes. Application windows are 1 June to 15 July (winter) and 1 December to 15 January (summer); some programmes differ. Year not stated on the page.
Scholarships at University of Freiburg
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
School cert (HZB) plus language proof
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor; programme-specific
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
TestDaF
DSH
Goethe-Zertifikat
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 Freiburg 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 Freiburg online application portal and upload your documents.
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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
Three main campuses: the university centre near the historic city core, the institutes quarter and the engineering campus.
Bachelor's
2
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
Bachelor's
Liberal Arts and Sciences (B.A./B.Sc.)
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
Bachelor's
English and American Studies (B.A.)
Master's
5
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
Master's
Embedded Systems Engineering (M.Sc.)
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
Master's
Neuroscience (M.Sc.)
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
University of Freiburg
📍 Freiburg im Breisgau
Master's
Environmental Governance (M.Sc.)
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