EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht
About
Private university in Wiesbaden, teaching business and law — tuition-free and an IELTS minimum of 6.5. An EU-recognised degree comes with Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa, and EBS sits in Hessen, home to Frankfurt's financial hub and one of Europe's densest concentrations of banks and law firms.
Wiesbaden is a spa town in Hessen, home to Frankfurt's financial ecosystem. The city is quieter than Frankfurt itself but within 30 minutes by train, so you get access to banking and law firm internships without the chaos of living in the city centre. Living costs are moderate, and the area has a wealthy, business-oriented atmosphere.
Application deadlines
- Winter Semester (September) — all programmes2026-07-01
Rolling admissions — private university with no fixed cutoff. Apply 2+ months before start for visa processing. Early application recommended for scholarship consideration.
Accommodation
No EBS-owned dormitory. Partner housing at Swan1628 ~€760/month; Rhein Village options also available. University housing office assists admitted students.
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 per year, unusually low for a German private law-and-business university where fees elsewhere can reach €15,000+.
- Specialising in business and law, EBS sits in Hessen, home to Frankfurt's financial hub and one of Europe's densest concentrations of banks and law firms.
- An EU-accredited degree grants full Schengen mobility and is widely recognised by employers across Europe and CIS countries.
- Germany's post-study job-seeker visa (18 months) gives graduates from Hessen direct access to the Frankfurt financial-sector job market.
- The IELTS minimum of 6.5 is attainable for most CIS applicants with standard B2-level English preparation.
- Non-EU students in Germany hold the right to work 120 full days or 240 half-days per year, supporting living costs throughout the degree.
What to check
- Despite €0 tuition, Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) holding approximately €11,904 for one year — a significant upfront cash requirement.
- Business and law programmes in Germany are frequently taught in German; confirm the availability of English-taught tracks before applying.
- Non-EU school leavers whose secondary diploma is not directly recognised may need to complete a Studienkolleg foundation year before enrolling.
- Hessen has a high cost of living, especially near Frankfurt — rent and daily expenses can exceed €900–1,100 per month depending on location.
- A private university with zero tuition is uncommon; verify current fee schedules directly on the official website, as pricing structures can change between intake years.
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Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.