# Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau

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## Facts

- **Tuition, non-EU:** €3000 — verified 2026-06-02
- **IELTS minimum:** 6 — verified 2026-06-02
- **Financial proof for a student residence permit:** €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/)

**Intakes and deadlines**

| Intake | Deadline | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Winter Semester 2026/27 (October start) — open admission, non-EU | 2026-10-08 | For programmes without a cap on the number of places (numerus clausus). Application window opens December 1, 2025. |

Deadlines verified 2026-06-02.

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** Freiburg im Breisgau
- **Region:** Baden-Württemberg
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** stem, medicine, arts, social, humanities, political-science
- **Study routes:** studienkolleg, direct-master, language-prep
- **Website:** https://www.uni-freiburg.de/en/
- **Address:** Friedrichstraße 39, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
- **Campus note:** SWFR ~12 общежитий в Freiburg (Seepark, Stühlinger, Vauban, Campus I-IV и др.). Интернет включён. Годовой контракт сен–авг.
- **Data verified:** 2026-06-02

## About

Freiburg is nestled in the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) region of Baden-Württemberg, with stunning natural surroundings—mountains, forests, and vineyards nearby. It is one of Germany's most liveable student cities with a spirited cultural scene. Living costs are moderate (~€750–850/month). The city is bike-friendly and has a strong environmental consciousness—popular with students who value outdoor and community life.

## Strengths

- Public research university with a low non-EU semester fee of €1,500, far below most private German alternatives.
- Covers science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), medicine, arts, social sciences, and humanities — strong field match for a wide range of student goals.
- A German public-university degree is EU-recognised, opening graduate job markets across all 27 Schengen states.
- Germany grants 18 months post-study job-seeker visa rights, giving graduates real time to convert a degree into employment.
- Freiburg is a mid-sized, highly liveable university city with lower cost of living than Munich or Frankfurt.
- Baden-Württemberg borders Switzerland and France, creating cross-border internship and career opportunities in a dense tech and pharma corridor.

## Watch out for

- Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students €1,500 per semester on top of the standard semester fee — budget accordingly for each academic year.
- Most bachelor programmes are taught in German; a daily-life and academic language barrier is real for CIS students without C1 German.
- Non-EU school leavers without a recognised university entrance qualification typically must complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) before admission.
- Proof of funds requires a blocked bank account (Sperrkonto) of roughly €11,904 per year — arranging this from CIS countries takes time and documentation.
- Freiburg is a small city; on-campus accommodation is limited and private rental market is tight, requiring early and proactive housing search.

## Scholarships

- **National schemes:** DAAD, Deutschlandstipendium
- **Note:** 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).
- **Researched:** 2026-05

## Accommodation

- **University dormitory:** yes
- **Dormitory cost:** €180–360
- **Private housing:** €450–720
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of Freiburg
- **How to apply:** Apply online via Studierendenwerk Freiburg-Schwarzwald (SWFR) Housing Portal at swfr.de/en/wp/. Account registration required. €400 security deposit (€500 for studio/efficiency). €25 processing fee + €75 bedding starter pack charged on move-in.
- **Notes:** SWFR operates ~12 dormitories in Freiburg (Seepark, Stühlinger, Vauban, Campus I-IV, Kunzenweg, etc.). Internet included in rent. Annual lease Sept–Aug. University of Freiburg also operates a separate housing portal at housing.uni-freiburg.de (login required). Private market: shared flats (WG) via wg-gesucht.de or local classifieds. Start search in August — October availability is very limited.
- **Source:** https://www.swfr.de/en/wohnen/wohnheime/wohnheime-in-freiburg

## National and EU scholarships for this destination

- [DAAD Scholarships](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/daad.md) — Monthly stipend + travel & insurance (varies by programme)
- [Erasmus+](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/erasmus-plus.md) — Monthly mobility grant set by the home institution + possible top-ups
- [Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/erasmus-mundus.md) — Full scholarship: tuition + travel, visa & a monthly living allowance (set per programme)
- [Deutschlandstipendium](https://studyroute.app/scholarships/deutschlandstipendium.md) — €300/month (€150 federal + €150 private donor), for at least 2 semesters — 2026

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