Karlshochschule International University
Karlsruhe, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 2005
Overview
Karlshochschule International University ('Karls') is a state-recognized private university with campuses in Karlsruhe, Potsdam, and Chemnitz, Germany. It combines business, society, and culture in internationally oriented Bachelor's and Master's degree programs. The university holds system accreditation by FIBAA (valid until 2030) and is recognized by the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Science. Karls emphasizes hands-on learning, small class sizes, personal development, study abroad experiences, and interdisciplinary teaching.
Fields of study
- Business
- Psychology
- International Relations
- Politics
- Philosophy
- Economics
- Creative Industries
- Cultural Management
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Mechatronics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Health Informatics
Accreditation: FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation); German Council of Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Winter semester (end of September)
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- info@karlshochschule.de
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€750 / year
From about $810 / year
Domestic students
€550 / year
EU students: 550 €/month; Non-EU students: 750 €/month. Exchange students from partner universities are exempt from tuition fees but pay a €67.70 Studierendenwerk contribution.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.