Universität Regensburg
About
Uni Regensburg in Regensburg offers law, economics, humanities, natural sciences and more programmes — no tuition (≈€310/year semester contribution only), with an IELTS 6 entry bar. Regensburg is a mid-sized Bavarian city with a lower cost of living than 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.
Regensburg is a medieval city on the Danube in Bavaria, where the student quarter mixes history with modern life. The atmosphere attracts students who want culture without big-city anonymity, and rent stays reasonable for a German university town.
Application deadlines
- WiSe (bachelor)Jul 15
Via Campusportal — get a preliminary assessment of your school certificate (VPD) from the central application service (uni-assist) first, then apply via Campusportal. Hybrid flow, not direct uni-assist.
- SoSe (bachelor)Jan 15
Via Campusportal + preliminary assessment of your school certificate (VPD).
- WiSe/SoSe (master)varies
Master's deadlines set by individual faculties — check faculty websites directly.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Universität Regensburg as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Universität Regensburg is €0 per year. A mandatory semester contribution of ≈€310 per year (administration and transport, not tuition) is charged on top. Living costs in Regensburg are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Universität Regensburg?
English-taught programmes at Universität Regensburg 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 Universität Regensburg 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 Regensburg located?
Universität Regensburg is in Regensburg, Germany. Universitätsstraße 31, 93053 Regensburg
What can you study at Universität Regensburg?
Fields offered include: Law, Economics, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Medicine, Social Sciences, International relations.
Accommodation
STWNO. 12 halls in Regensburg. Cheapest rooms from ~€210/mo. Franz-Mayer-Straße (newest): single apartments €353–389/mo; shared 2-person €357–517/mo. No application deadline — rolling admissions with waiting list; confirm interest monthly to stay on list.
- Studierendenwerk Regensburg · 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.
- A German public-university degree is recognized across the EU, opening graduate job markets in 27 countries.
- After graduation, Germany grants an 18-month job-seeker visa to find employment without leaving the country.
- Fields span law, economics, humanities, natural sciences, medicine, and social sciences, covering broad academic interests.
- Regensburg is a mid-size Bavarian city with low cost of living compared to Munich, easing the student budget.
- International students may work 120 full or 240 half days per year, allowing part-time income during studies.
What to check
- Most bachelor programmes are taught in German; a C1 level is typically required, posing a significant language barrier for CIS applicants.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a preparatory year before the degree (Studienkolleg) before gaining admission to a German public university.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of roughly €11,904 for a visa, tying up capital upfront.
- Regensburg is a smaller city; internship and networking opportunities are more limited than in Munich or Frankfurt.
- IELTS 6.0 is the stated minimum, but competitive programmes may effectively require stronger academic and language profiles.
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