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University of Kassel
Kassel, Germany
"Young university with an interdisciplinary profile"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1200 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About University of Kassel
The University of Kassel was founded in 1971 and is known for interdisciplinary teaching and research. It covers natural sciences, engineering, architecture and urban planning, agriculture and environmental protection, social sciences, humanities and fine arts. Its campuses are in Kassel and in Witzenhausen.
Rankings & Recognition
#1200
No QS World University Rankings position found; see topuniversities.com for the latest list.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Kassel's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1971
Founded
Public University
Type
Kassel, Hesse
Location
approx. 21,100
Total Students
Popular Programs
Engineering Sciences
Natural Sciences
Architecture and Urban Planning
Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Social Sciences and Economics
Arts and Humanities
Application Details
Intakes
Winter and Summer
Application Route
uni-assist
Winter Deadline (MSc ECE)
15 July
Summer Deadline (MSc ECE)
15 January
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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English
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B2 CEFR or bachelor taught in English (MSc ECE) |
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. 2,000
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Thomas Stellmach
Jurgen Osterhammel
Maja Gopel
Campus & Location
Five sites in Kassel city plus two sites about 40 km east in Witzenhausen for agriculture and ecology.
Campus Details
Kassel
Hollaendischer Platz
Kassel
Wilhelmshoeher Allee
Witzenhausen
Campus Forecast
Kassel
Hesse
Main campus
Student residences
Mild temperate climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Kassel student halls and private flats
Online application for student halls
Living costs approx. EUR 750 - 900 / month
Dining
Zentralmensa Arnold-Bode-Strasse
Mensa 71 Wilhelmshoeher Allee
Mensa Heinrich-Plett-Strasse
Mensa Steinstrasse Witzenhausen
Cafe International and LernBar
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
University sports programme
Student groups and initiatives
documenta city cultural scene
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A
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
approx. EUR 310 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intakes. For MSc Electrical Communication Engineering the DAAD listing gives 15 July (winter) and 15 January (summer) for international degrees.
Scholarships at University of Kassel
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Deutschlandstipendium
All funding: deutschlandstipendium (amount N/A)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Recognised school-leaving certificate plus German
Postgraduate
Relevant BSc plus English B2 or English degree
English Proficiency
English
B2 CEFR or bachelor taught in English (MSc ECE)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 UKS 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).
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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
Five sites in Kassel city plus two sites about 40 km east in Witzenhausen for agriculture and ecology.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
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Bachelor's
Civil Engineering (BSc)
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Bachelor's
Business Administration (BSc)
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Bachelor's
Ecological Agricultural Sciences (BSc)
Master's
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Master's
Mathematics (MSc)
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Master's
Wind Energy Systems (MSc)
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