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Studying in Kassel
In Kassel our catalogue has 3 universities with 8 programmes (4 in English). There is 1 Studienkolleg in the city. Public universities charge international students no tuition fee — only the semester contribution.
What to look for in Kassel
Universities, language courses and colleges — every section of the catalogue opens already filtered by Kassel.
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 Kassel
All 3 universities →
Kassel University
University · 8 programmes
CVJM-Hochschule
Applied sciences
Kunsthochschule Kassel
Art and music
Language schools in Kassel
All courses →Studienkolleg in Kassel
Kassel and other cities
All cities →The difference between cities is almost entirely housing. Living costs «from» are with a place in a dormitory.
Kassel · you are here
3 universities · 8 programmes · 1 Studienkolleg
Munich
Living costsfrom €943 / mo.
universities TUM, LMU, HM
Berlin
universities TUB, FU Berlin, HU Berlin
Hamburg
universities UHH, UE, SRH
Other cities of Hesse
All 22 cities of Hesse →Questions about studying in Kassel
How many universities are there in Kassel?
Our catalogue lists 3 universities in Kassel.
Can I study in English in Kassel?
Yes, 4 programmes are taught in English.
Do international students pay tuition in Kassel?
No tuition fee at public universities — only the Semesterbeitrag.
Is there a Studienkolleg in Kassel?
Studienkolleg (SK) at the International Studienzentrum (ISZ) Kassel.
Kassel 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.