Studying in Essen
In Essen our catalogue has 3 universities with 7 programmes (1 in English), including UDE, Folkwang Universität der Künste, FOM. Public universities charge international students no tuition fee — only the semester contribution.
What to look for in Essen
Universities, language courses and colleges — every section of the catalogue opens already filtered by Essen.
Transport and everyday life
Students from third countries may work 140 full or 280 half days a year. The minimum wage is €13.90 an hour since 2026.
Statutory health insurance at the student rate is required for enrolment at a university.
Universities in Essen
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Language schools in Essen
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Essen and other cities
All cities →The difference between cities is almost entirely housing. Living costs «from» are with a place in a dormitory.
Other cities of North Rhine-Westphalia
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Essen or a cheaper city?
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