partner collegeState
Center for international Students Konstanz (Studienkolleg)
Konstanz, Baden-Württemberg
Nearest deadline01.11.2026
Tuitionfree
Open
Applied sciencesPublic
Reutlingen University
Hochschule Reutlingen
Reutlingen University is one of Germany’s leading universities, offering international academic programmes with close ties to industry and commerce. On our campus we have around 5700 students spread across five different Schools: Applied Chemistry, Engineering, ESB Business School, Informatics, and Textiles & Design.
Professors, Visiting Lecturers and administrative and technical staff guide these talented young people along their academic path.
We offer 45 degree programmes at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, in which we train the top executives of the future. At the same time it is very important to us to support our students’ personal development and to ensure that they become specialists and managers for whom social responsibility is second nature.
Data from the university's official pages
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Baden-Württemberg |
|---|---|
| City | Reutlingen |
| Founded | 1855 |
| Students | ≈ 5,091 |
| Programmes | 5 programmes · 5 bachelor's, 4 in English |
| Tuition fee |
€1,500 per semester for international students what it consists ofTuition fee of the federal state (Baden-Württemberg), international students€1,500 Semester contribution€167.30
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €167.30 per semester |
| Application | After recognition of the certificate; bachelor's until 15.07 |
| Campuses | Herman Hollerith Zentrum |
| Studienkolleg | Center for international Students Konstanz (Studienkolleg) |
About the university
HIGH QUALITY TEACHING
For many years we have regularly been positioned at or near the top of numerous university league tables, reflecting the high standards of our programmes and the top-class academic education they provide. All our degree programmes are accredited with internationally respected agencies.
Cooperation with the business world, close contacts to industry, and joint teaching and research networks all ensure that we offer the best possible combination of theory and practice.
What is more, Reutlingen University wishes to promote the principle of life-long learning. The “Knowledge Foundation” offers professional people the chance to attend high-calibre continuing education courses.
OUR VISION: THE BRIGHTEST MINDS FOR THE WORLD, THE GREATEST EXPERTISE FOR OUR COUNTRY
- We train the high achievers of the future – thanks to their top-class academic and personal qualifications they are highly employable, both in Germany and internationally
- We shape the future of society – through first-class, demand-oriented teaching and research
- For our partners in industry we are an effective and visible point of contact – for applied research, development and life-long learning.
Faculties
The faculty determines the campus, the language of its programmes and the admission committee that evaluates your grades. Requirements can differ between faculties of the same university.
ESB Business School
4 programmes
Faculty of Computer Science
1 programme
Fakultät Angewandte Chemie
Fakultät Technik
Fakultät Textil & Design
Studienkolleg
If your school certificate does not give direct admission, you first go to a Studienkolleg and pass the Feststellungsprüfung — it is recognised by every university. The colleges listed here are this university's partners.
Programmes
All 5 programmes →How to apply
The general procedure is the same for all programmes of the university; the required grade, language and additional requirements are on the page of each programme.
- 1Check your school-leaving certificateDirect admission, admission after a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — it depends on your country and certificate.
- 2Application after recognition of the certificateBachelor's until 15.07. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
- 3Admission, visa, movingPlan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account — start them in parallel with the application.
What it costs to study
| Tuition fee | €1,500 per semester for international students |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee of the federal state (Baden-Württemberg), international students | €1,500 |
| Semester contribution | €167.30 |
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.
Studying in Reutlingen: housing, transport, costs →If you don't meet the requirements yet
Two typical stops: a school certificate without direct admission and German below the required level. Both can be solved within a year, but plan them before you apply, not after a rejection.
Questions about Reutlingen University
How much does it cost to study at Reutlingen University?
The federal state charges international students from outside the EU €1,500 per semester. Every student pays the semester contribution of €167.30. Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Are there programmes in English?
Yes: 4 programmes are taught in English.
When do I need to apply?
Most bachelor's programmes: until 15.07 for the winter semester. If you apply via uni-assist, send the documents 4–6 weeks earlier.
Do I need a Studienkolleg?
It depends on your certificate, not on the university. The Feststellungsprüfung of any Studienkolleg is recognised by all universities; Reutlingen University works with Center for international Students Konstanz (Studienkolleg).
Universities nearby
University chosen — next come the programme and the deadlines
Requirements and deadlines differ within one university. We will pick 3–5 programmes for your certificate and language and plan everything back from the deadline.