Heidelberg University
Heidelberg, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 32,178
- International students
- 21%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
Heidelberg University (Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg), founded in 1386, is the oldest university in Germany and a leading European research institution. As a University of Excellence since 2007, it offers over 190 degree programmes spanning humanities, law, social sciences, natural and life sciences, and medicine. It defines itself as an internationally networked research university dedicated to research-oriented teaching, with 32,178 students including 6,633 international students.
Fields of study
- American Studies
- Ancient History
- Anthropology
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biosciences
- Chemistry
- Chinese Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Dentistry
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Education Studies
- Egyptology
- English Studies
- European Art History
- Geography
- German Studies
- History
- International Health
- Japanese Studies
- Jewish Studies
- Law
- Mathematics
- Medicine
- Molecular Biotechnology
- Musicology
- Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Scientific Computing
- Theology
- Translation Studies
Accreditation: Akkreditierungsrat (German Accreditation Council) via system accreditation (heiQUALITY)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Winter Semester, Summer Semester
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- studium@uni-heidelberg.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
From about $410 / year
Domestic students
€190 / semester
Heidelberg University charges a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) of 189.80 € per semester. This covers administrative and student services costs. There are generally no tuition fees for standard Bachelor's and consecutive Master's programmes at this public university. Some continuing education Master's programmes may charge special fees.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Studies – Bachelor 100% (opens in a new tab)English, German · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €190 / semester | Varies | Winter semester |
| American Studies – Master (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €190 / semester | Varies | Winter semester |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.