Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof
About
Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof charges no tuition (just a ≈€310/year semester contribution) in Hof in Bavaria's dense small and mid-sized (Mittelstand) industrial economy, teaching science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), arts and business. An IELTS 6 entry threshold keeps admission accessible for CIS applicants without near-native English.
Hof is a small industrial town in Upper Franconia, two hours from Munich. Living costs are very low, and the town has genuine German character without tourist infrastructure. Suitable if you want to focus on studies and minimize expenses — less nightlife and fewer distractions than larger cities.
Application deadlines
- WiSe (BSc)Jul 15
Via the central application service (uni-assist) (required for non-EU with foreign degrees). Window opens Nov 15 previous year. Apply to uni-assist 4 weeks before portal deadline
- WiSe (MSc — AI/Robotics/Global Management etc.)May 31
Via the central application service (uni-assist). Window Nov 5 – May 31. Earlier deadline — critical for visa
- SoSe (BSc)Jul 15
Window May 1 – Jul 15
- SoSe (MSc selected)May 31
Window Apr 15 – May 31
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof is €0 per year. A mandatory semester contribution of ≈€310 per year (administration and transport, not tuition) is charged on top. Living costs in 95028 Hof are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof?
English-taught programmes at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof typically require IELTS 6 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Germany?
For a student residence permit in Germany you must prove €11,904 per year (2026, DAAD / Study in Germany — proof of financing (blocked account, 992 EUR/month for 12 months): https://www.study-in-germany.com/en/plan-your-studies/requirements/proof-of-financing/).
Does Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof offer scholarships?
DAAD: Master's/PhD, merit-based (RU/BY de-facto restricted post-2022). Deutschlandstipendium: €300/mo, all nationalities, merit + social commitment. Apply via university portal (Apr–Jun).
Where is Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof located?
Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof is in 95028 Hof, Germany. Alfons-Goppel-Platz 1, 95028 Hof
What can you study at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Hof?
Fields offered include: STEM, Arts, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Water Management.
Accommodation
3 dorms: Am Saalepark (Hof centre) €347–376/month; Am Eichelberg (on campus) €408/month; Haus Waldstein (Münchberg campus) €315/month. All-inclusive (electricity, water, heating, internet). Deposit €290–570
- Studierendenwerk Hof · regional student services — it allocates the halls, not the university
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Scholarships
- 🏛DAAD
- 🏛Deutschlandstipendium
DAAD: Master's/PhD, merit-based (RU/BY de-facto restricted post-2022). Deutschlandstipendium: €300/mo, all nationalities, merit + social commitment. Apply via university portal (Apr–Jun).
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- Tuition is €0 — the only compulsory payment is a semester contribution of ≈€310 per year covering administration and student services, one of the lowest rates in Germany.
- Applied-sciences focus means practical projects and industry placements are built into the curriculum.
- Science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), arts, and business fields are all on offer, giving CIS applicants flexibility at one campus.
- An IELTS minimum of 6.0 is accessible for B2-level applicants without a top-band score.
- Bavaria's strong small and mid-sized companies (Mittelstand) economy provides internship and Werkstudent opportunities even from a smaller city.
- A German EU degree unlocks the 18-month post-study job-seeker visa and full Schengen work mobility.
What to check
- You must open a German blocked account (Sperrkonto) with approximately €11,904 to prove funds for a student visa.
- Hof is a small city of roughly 45,000 people; the student social scene and specialist job market are limited.
- Most bachelor programmes in Germany are taught in German; confirming the language of your chosen programme is essential.
- Non-EU school leavers without a recognised Abitur equivalent may need to complete a preparatory year before the degree (Studienkolleg) first.
- Tuition may be €0, but total living costs in Germany typically exceed €900–1,100 per month once rent and insurance are included.
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