CBS University of Applied Sciences
Köln, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 4,000
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- —
Overview
University of Applied Sciences
Fields of study
- Business
- Management
- Finance
- Marketing
- Logistics
- Human Resources
- Business Psychology
- Entrepreneurship
- Technology Management
- Sales
- Social Work
- Health Sciences
- Education
- Data Analytics
- Sustainability Management
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Winter Semester, Summer Semester
- Application deadlines
- Applications accepted year-round (no fixed deadline); early application recommended for dual programmes and visa applicants.
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- admissions@cbs.de
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition fees vary by programme and campus. Dual study programmes are typically €0 for students as fees are covered by the employer. Full-time Bachelor International Business: €5,970/semester; Master International Business & Management: €6,210/semester. Alumni and family discounts of 10% available. Pre-Master from €2,500/semester.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Management (B.A.) (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| International Business (B.Sc.) (opens in a new tab)Englisch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €5,970 / semester | Varies | — |
| International Business & Management Master (M.Sc.) (opens in a new tab)Englisch · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €6,210 / semester | Varies | — |
| Premaster (opens in a new tab)Deutsch, Englisch · Full Time | — | 1 year | €2,500 / semester | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.