Studying in Giessen
In Giessen our catalogue has 3 universities with 15 programmes (4 in English), including JLU, THM. Public universities charge international students no tuition fee — only the semester contribution.
What to look for in Giessen
Universities, language courses and colleges — every section of the catalogue opens already filtered by Giessen.
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 Giessen
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Language schools in Giessen
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