# Gisma University of Applied Sciences

> public · Potsdam · germany

## Facts

- **Tuition, non-EU:** €0 — 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 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SoSe 2027 (April) | 2027-01-31 | Rolling, applications open December–January for April intake. |

Deadlines verified 2026-06-02.

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** Potsdam
- **Region:** Brandenburg
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** stem, business, international-relations
- **Study routes:** direct-bachelor, direct-master
- **Website:** https://www.gisma.com/
- **Address:** Hardenbergstr. 9, 10623 Berlin, Germany
- **Data verified:** 2026-06-02

## About

Potsdam is a picturesque town near Berlin with lakes, Prussian palaces, and a relaxed atmosphere. It's more affordable and quieter than Berlin, yet only 30 minutes away by train — ideal if you want a campus-town feel but access to Berlin's career opportunities and cultural scene.

## Strengths

- Tuition is €0 per year, making it unusually affordable for a private applied university in Germany.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for CIS students with solid but not exceptional English.
- Graduates earn an EU-recognised degree, valid across all Schengen countries for employment and further study.
- Germany allows international students 120 full days or 240 half days of paid work per year during studies.
- After graduation, Germany grants an 18-month job-seeker visa to find employment matching your qualification.
- Brandenburg's lower cost of living compared to Berlin helps stretch the student budget further.

## Watch out for

- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of around €11,904 — a significant upfront cash commitment.
- Non-EU school leavers without a recognised Abitur equivalent may need a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) before enrolment.
- Daily life and administration in Germany are conducted in German; limited German fluency creates real friction.
- As a private institution, its long-term accreditation status and employer recognition deserve independent verification before applying.
- Brandenburg is a smaller job market; internship and graduate employment options are wider in nearby Berlin but not guaranteed on campus.

## 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:** €240–340
- **Private housing:** €500–650
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of Potsdam
- **Notes:** Partner residence Edge Student Hub from €399/month (6-month min, Zossen location, 45 min from Berlin by train). Free Accommodation Advisory Service — contact accommodation@gisma.com.

## 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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