GermanyQS #80Baden-WürttembergPublic UniversityTaught in German, English, SpanishLiving Stipend OnlyTuition €1,500 per semesterHeidelberg University
جامعة هايدلبرغ (Heidelberg University)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Heidelberg University, Germany's oldest and one of its highest-ranked universities, gives international students access to funding through DAAD scholarships, the Deutschlandstipendium and German foundations, as well as funded doctoral positions in its research programs. Benefits depend on the funder and are usually a monthly stipend. Funding opportunities are published on the university's website.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU/EEA students €1,500 per semester for bachelor’s and consecutive master’s programmes (doctorates are free), plus the semester contribution. Proof of at least €992 per month for living costs is required for the visa.
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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Deutschlandstipendium at Heidelberg University 2027–2028
Bachelor, MasterLiving Stipend Only41 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Baden-Württemberg · Germany
Life and living
Baden-Württemberg · Germany
Living in Baden-Württemberg
A state in south-west Germany and one of its richest industrial regions, with historic university cities such as Heidelberg, Freiburg, Stuttgart, Karlsruhe and Tübingen.
Student housing
Shared-flat (WG) room rents in 2025: Heidelberg EUR 633, Freiburg 615, Stuttgart 593, Karlsruhe 526 a month (MLP report).
Transport for students
The Deutschland semester ticket costs EUR 37.80 a month from winter 2026/27; at most universities it is paid with the semester fee and covers local transport across Germany.
Top landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Motatcho · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Black Forest
MWolf89 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Lake Constance
Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
Mercedes-Benz Museum (Stuttgart)
Julian Herzog ( Website ) · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Last verified: October 2026
Sources:Destatis – Federal Statistical OfficeMLP Studentenwohnreport 2025MonsterDealz – Deutschlandticket for students 2026
Studying and living in Germany
Costs and living
Tuition: • No tuition at public universities in 14 states for bachelor’s, consecutive master’s and doctorates; students only pay the semester contribution (about €100–350 per semester, often including a transport ticket). • Baden-Württemberg (e.g. Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Freiburg, KIT): €1,500 per semester for non-EU students. • Technical University of Munich (TUM): €2,000–3,000 per semester for bachelor’s and €4,000–6,000 for master’s (rising from winter 2027/28). • Doctorates are tuition-free in every state. Living: proof of €992 a month (€11,904 a year) is required, usually through a blocked account (Sperrkonto). Students typically spend about €850–1,100 a month depending on the city (Munich and Hamburg are more expensive). Statutory student health insurance costs about €120–140 a month.
Working while studying
International students may work 140 full days or 280 half days a year without approval from the Federal Employment Agency, and up to 20 hours a week during the lecture period. Student assistant jobs at the university do not count towards this limit. After graduation: a residence permit of up to 18 months to look for a job matching your qualification, then a switch to a skilled-worker permit or the EU Blue Card.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in GermanyFaculties and programmes
13 faculties · 36 programmes
Faculties and programmes
13 faculties · 36 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Biosciences
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Biology· Bachelor:DE· Master:EN· PhD:DEEN
Faculty of Chemistry and Earth Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Chemistry· Bachelor:DE· Master, PhD:DEEN
- GeographyDE
- Geology· Bachelor:DE· Master, PhD:DEEN
Faculty of Engineering Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Biology· Bachelor:DE· Master:DEEN
- Biomedical Engineering· Master, PhDEN
- Pharmacy· Bachelor, PhDDE
Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Artificial Intelligence· MasterEN
- Computer Science· Bachelor:DE· Master:EN· PhD:DEEN
- Data Science & Analytics· MasterEN
- Mathematics· Bachelor:DE· Master, PhD:DEEN
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Faculty of Physics and Astronomy
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Astronomy· Master, PhDEN
- Physics· Bachelor:DE· Master:EN· PhD:DEEN
Faculty of Philosophy
BachelorMasterPhDDEGerman- Archaeology
- History
- Music
- Philosophy
Faculty of Modern Languages
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglishESSpanish- Languages and LiteratureDEEN
- Translation
Faculty of Theology
BachelorMasterPhDDEGerman- Theology & Religious Studies
Faculty of Law
BachelorMasterPhDDEGerman- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
Faculty of Behavioural and Cultural Studies
BachelorMasterPhDDEGerman- Anthropology
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Psychology
- Sports Science
Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Economics· Bachelor:DE· Master:EN· PhD:DEEN
- Political ScienceDE
- SociologyDE
Medical Faculty Heidelberg
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Dentistry· Bachelor, PhDDE
- General Medicine· Bachelor:DE· PhD:DEEN
- Public Health· Master, PhDEN
Medical Faculty Mannheim
BachelorMasterPhDDEGermanENEnglish- Biomedical Engineering· MasterEN
- General Medicine· Bachelor:DE· Master, PhD:DEEN
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Living Stipend Only. Announced benefits: €300 per month.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Online portal application, Transcripts and CV.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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