Universität Erfurt
About
Uni Erfurt in Erfurt offers law programmes — no tuition (≈€400/year semester contribution only), with an IELTS 6.5 entry bar. Erfurt is a compact, affordable city with lower living costs than Berlin or Munich. The degree is EU-recognised, and Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa gives graduates real time to convert study into a career.
Erfurt is a medieval city in central Germany with a calm, historic atmosphere. Student life here is low-key—green spaces, affordable restaurants, a young population that has not been gentrified out of the city centre. Cost of living is one of Germany's lowest, which stretches a student budget substantially.
Application deadlines
- WiSeJul 15
Own portal (NOT uni-assist). Recommend applying by Jun 15 for non-EU visa applicants. Non-EU with non-EU degree: separate procedure via International Office.
- SoSeJan 15
Master's programmes only. Non-EU: recommend applying by Dec 1 for visa lead time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Universität Erfurt as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Universität Erfurt is €0 per year. A mandatory semester contribution of ≈€400 per year (administration and transport, not tuition) is charged on top. Living costs in 99089 Erfurt are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Universität Erfurt?
English-taught programmes at Universität Erfurt typically require IELTS 6.5 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 Universität Erfurt 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 Universität Erfurt located?
Universität Erfurt is in 99089 Erfurt, Germany. Nordhäuser Straße 63, 99089 Erfurt
What can you study at Universität Erfurt?
Fields offered include: Law, International relations, Political science, Communications, Theology.
Accommodation
Studierendenwerk Thüringen. 10 halls in Erfurt. All-inclusive (water, electricity, heating). Semester minimum. Deposit €300 + internet €10/mo. Cheapest: Donaustraße 28-42 (€190); most expensive: Alfred-Weber-Platz 2 (€393). Average ~€304/mo.
- Studierendenwerk Erfurt · 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 ≈€400 per year covering administration and student services, one of the lowest rates in Germany.
- A German public-university diploma is recognised across the EU and in most CIS countries.
- Germany grants an 18-month post-study job-seeker visa, giving graduates time to find employment after finishing.
- International students may work 120 full days or 240 half-days per year alongside their studies.
- Erfurt is a compact, affordable city with low living costs compared to Berlin or Munich.
- Thüringen public universities charge minimal fees, making the overall study budget very manageable.
What to check
- Most bachelor programmes are taught in German; students without C1 proficiency face a serious language barrier.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) before university admission.
- Proof of funds requires a blocked account (Sperrkonto) holding approximately €11,904 — a significant upfront sum.
- Erfurt's small economy limits internship and part-time job opportunities compared to larger German cities.
- The law field in Germany is highly German-language-dependent; an English-medium law degree here is not guaranteed.
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