Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences
About
Hochschule Worms is tuition-free for international students in business, computer science, and hospitality, all practice-oriented fields with strong industry ties. Just 60 km from Frankfurt but with lower living costs, graduates qualify for Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa.
Worms is a medieval cathedral town on the Rhine in Rhineland-Palatinate, steeped in history and wine culture. Living costs are moderate, and the city has good rail connections to Frankfurt and other major employment centres.
Application deadlines
- Winter semester — restricted (NC, Numerus Clausus) Bachelor's and Master's programs15 July
Applications open 2 May and close 15 July every year for restricted-admission (NC) programs starting in the winter semester. Source: https://www.hs-worms.de/bewerben/allgemeine-informationen/bewerbungszeitraeume-und-fristen
- Winter semester — Entrepreneurship (M.A.) and Global Trade Management (M.A.), restricted (NC)15 June
Earlier deadline for these two specific Master's programs starting in the winter semester. Source: https://www.hs-worms.de/bewerben/allgemeine-informationen/bewerbungszeitraeume-und-fristen
- Winter semester — open-admission (zulassungsfrei) Bachelor's and Master's programs31 August
Applications open 2 May and close 31 August every year for open-admission programs starting in the winter semester. Source: https://www.hs-worms.de/bewerben/allgemeine-informationen/bewerbungszeitraeume-und-fristen
- Summer semester — restricted (NC) Bachelor's and Master's programs15 January
Applications open 2 November and close 15 January every year for restricted-admission (NC) programs starting in the summer semester. Source: https://www.hs-worms.de/bewerben/allgemeine-informationen/bewerbungszeitraeume-und-fristen
- Summer semester — Entrepreneurship (M.A.) and Global Trade Management (M.A.), restricted (NC)15 December
Earlier deadline for these two specific Master's programs starting in the summer semester. Source: https://www.hs-worms.de/bewerben/allgemeine-informationen/bewerbungszeitraeume-und-fristen
- Summer semester — open-admission (zulassungsfrei) Bachelor's and Master's programs28 February
Applications open 2 November and close 28 February every year (29 February in a leap year) for open-admission programs starting in the summer semester. Source: https://www.hs-worms.de/bewerben/allgemeine-informationen/bewerbungszeitraeume-und-fristen
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences is €0 per year. Living costs in Worms are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences?
English-taught programmes at Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences 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/).
Where is Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences located?
Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences is in Worms, Germany. Erenburgerstraße 19, 67549 Worms, Germany
What can you study at Hochschule Worms, University of Applied Sciences?
Fields offered include: Business, Computer Science, Hospitality.
Accommodation
Studierendenwerk Vorderpfalz runs the Max Kade Haus dormitory (Bebelstraße 22/24-26) with 198 studios (€310–420/month), 32 shared single rooms in 4-person flats (€370/month), and 2 family apartments (€450–540/month), all utilities included. Private WG-Zimmer market rent runs roughly €250–400/month based on current wg-gesucht listings and the city Mietspiegel (~€11.3/m²).
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Why this works
- Zero tuition for international students makes this public Fachhochschule far more affordable than private German universities charging €10,000–€20,000 per year.
- Business, computer science, and hospitality are all practice-oriented fields well suited to an applied sciences university focused on industry connections.
- An EU degree from Germany qualifies graduates for the 18-month job-seeker visa to pursue employment across the entire Schengen area.
- IELTS 6.0 entry requirement is accessible for CIS applicants, lower than the 6.5–7.0 thresholds common at larger research universities.
- Worms is a small city in Rhineland-Palatinate with relatively low living costs compared to Frankfurt, just 60 km away, easing budget pressure.
- Proximity to Frankfurt and the Rhine-Main economic corridor gives students realistic access to internships in finance, logistics, and tech.
What to check
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,904 for the first year — a significant upfront financial commitment.
- Most daily life, administration, and many bachelor programmes at German Fachhochschulen still operate in German, creating a real language barrier beyond the classroom.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) before admission, adding one year and extra cost to the study timeline.
- Worms is a small city with a limited local job market; students seeking part-time work or internships in their field may need to commute to Frankfurt.
- Germany allows 120 full or 240 half working days per year for international students, but finding suitable English-language jobs in a small city can be difficult.
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