Philipps University of Marburg
Marburg, 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
- Public
- Founded
- 1527
Overview
Philipps-Universität Marburg (Philipps University of Marburg) is a public research university in Marburg, Hesse, Germany. Founded in 1527 by Landgrave Philip of Hesse, it is the oldest Protestant university in the world. The university offers programs across a broad range of disciplines including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, law, and business. It is known for its strong research profile, international partnerships, and vibrant student life in the historic city of Marburg.
Fields of study
- Archaeology
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Law
- Economics
- Business
- Educational Sciences
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Political Science
- History
- German Studies
- Linguistics
- Media Studies
- Geography
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Religious Studies
- Philosophy
- Art History
- Music
- Sports Science
- Cell Biology
- Biochemistry
Accreditation: Akkreditierungsrat (German Accreditation Council) / State of Hesse
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Winter Semester, Summer Semester
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
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
From about $1,835 / year
Domestic students
€850 / semester
No tuition fees charged at Philipps University of Marburg. Students pay only a Semesterbeitrag (semester contribution) of 424.80 EUR per semester (WS 2026/27), which includes a Germany-wide semester transport ticket, student services fee, student union fee, and an administrative contribution. Exchange students may be exempt from the 50 EUR administrative fee.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.