Studying in Bielefeld
In Bielefeld our catalogue has 4 universities with 5 programmes (2 in English). Public universities charge international students no tuition fee — only the semester contribution.
What to look for in Bielefeld
Universities, language courses and colleges — every section of the catalogue opens already filtered by Bielefeld.
Transport and everyday life
Part-time work
Students from third countries may work 140 full or 280 half days a year. The minimum wage is €13.90 an hour since 2026.
Health insurance
Statutory health insurance at the student rate is required for enrolment at a university.
Universities in Bielefeld
All 4 universities →
Bielefeld University
University · 4 programmes
Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences
Applied sciences · 3 programmes
Fachhochschule der Diakonie (Bielefeld)
Applied sciences
Language schools in Bielefeld
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Bielefeld and other cities
All cities →The difference between cities is almost entirely housing. Living costs «from» are with a place in a dormitory.
Bielefeld · you are here
4 universities · 5 programmes
Munich
Living costsfrom €943 / mo.
universities TUM, LMU, HM
Berlin
universities TUB, FU Berlin, HU Berlin
Hamburg
universities UHH, UE, SRH
Other cities of North Rhine-Westphalia
All 48 cities of North Rhine-Westphalia →Questions about studying in Bielefeld
How many universities are there in Bielefeld?
Our catalogue lists 4 universities in Bielefeld.
Can I study in English in Bielefeld?
Yes, 2 programmes are taught in English.
Do international students pay tuition in Bielefeld?
No tuition fee at public universities — only the Semesterbeitrag.
Bielefeld or a cheaper city?
We'll pick a city for your programme and budget: first where you qualify with your certificate and language, then where life is cheaper.