Why this works
- At €400 per year, tuition is among the lowest possible for a public German university, even for non-EU students.
- Covers arts, STEM, business, and social sciences, giving CIS students a broad range of degree options in one place.
- A German public-university diploma is recognised across the EU, opening job markets in 27 countries after graduation.
- Germany grants an 18-month post-study job-seeker visa, letting graduates stay and convert their degree into a career.
- Weimar is a UNESCO World Heritage city with a dense cultural scene and low cost of living compared to Berlin or Munich.
- International students in Germany may work up to 120 full days or 240 half-days per year, easing living costs.
What to check
- Most bachelor programmes are taught in German; without C1 level, your study options are severely limited regardless of IELTS.
- Non-EU applicants without a recognised school-leaving certificate must typically complete a Studienkolleg before admission.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,904 before a student visa is issued.
- Weimar is a small city with a limited local job market; internships and part-time work in your field may be scarce.
- Thüringen has a modest economy compared to western Bundesländer, so post-graduation regional job prospects are narrower.
Accommodation
€250–350/mo private — No tuition fees at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar for any student regardless of nationality. Only semester contribution (~€300/semester) is required, which includes public transport in Thuringia. Living cost estimate from university: ~€920/month total (including rent ~€350, meals €200, health insurance €100, books €70, other €200). Room types: single rooms (shared kitchen/bathroom) or single apartments.
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).
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.