# Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover > public · 30419 Hannover · germany ## Facts - **Tuition, non-EU:** €0 — verified 2026-07-27 - **Semester contribution:** €700 — verified 2026-07-27 - **IELTS minimum:** 6 — verified 2026-07-27 - **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 — Bachelor, restricted (NC) subject combination | 15 July | Application window opens 1 June. Applies when at least one subject in the combination is admission-restricted (zulassungsbeschränkt). Source: https://www.uni-hannover.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung | | Winter semester — Bachelor, open admission (zulassungsfrei) subject combination | 30 September | Applies only if no subject in the combination is admission-restricted. Source: https://www.uni-hannover.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung | | Summer semester — Bachelor, restricted subjects, higher semester only | 15 January | Only for applications into a higher (non-first) semester; not a first-semester intake. Source: https://www.uni-hannover.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung | | Winter semester — Master, general (regular window) | 15 July | General window; many non-EU applicants instead fall under the earlier 'vorgezogene Bewerbungsfrist' below. Source: https://www.uni-hannover.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung | | Winter semester — Master, non-EU/international early deadline | 31 May | 'Vorgezogene Bewerbungsfrist' for many (not all) Master programmes for non-EU applicants — begins 6 weeks before the regular window. Check per-programme PDF list; not all programmes use this early deadline. Source: https://www.uni-hannover.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung | | Summer semester — Master, non-EU/international early deadline | 30 November | Early deadline of the prior year for the Summer semester intake; not all Master programmes start in summer or use this early window. Source: https://www.uni-hannover.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung | Deadlines verified 2026-07-27. ## Profile - **Country:** germany (DE) - **City:** 30419 Hannover - **Region:** Niedersachsen - **Type:** public - **Fields:** stem, arts, social, humanities, business, law, education, political-science - **Study routes:** studienkolleg, direct-master, language-prep - **Website:** https://www.uni-hannover.de/en/ - **Address:** Merkurstraße, 30419 Hannover - **Data verified:** 2026-07-27 ## About Hanover is a green, liveable mid-size city known for its gardens, tech industry, and thriving student culture. The cost of living is moderate—far cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt—and the city has a laid-back atmosphere despite being a major business hub. You'll find a real student quarter with affordable restaurants, bars, and regular cultural events. ## Strengths - No tuition is charged, even for non-EU students — the university collects only a semester contribution of ≈€700 per year for administration and student services. - As a public research university in Niedersachsen, it covers science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), arts, social sciences, humanities, business, law, and education under one roof. - An EU degree from a German public university is recognised across all Schengen countries and beyond. - After graduation, Germany grants an 18-month job-seeker visa, giving you time to find employment in one of Europe's largest economies. - Hannover is a mid-sized city with a strong trade-fair and industrial base, offering real internship access in engineering and business sectors. - Students may work up to 120 full days or 240 half-days per year, helping offset living costs while studying. ## Watch out for - Most bachelor programmes are taught in German; without C1-level German your study options are largely limited to English-taught master's courses. - Non-EU school leavers whose diploma is not directly recognised will likely need to complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) before admission. - Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,904 before a student visa is issued. - Hannover's rental market is tight; finding affordable student accommodation takes time and should be planned well in advance. - Admission to popular programmes at a research university is competitive, and application requirements vary significantly by faculty. ## 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:** €160–330 - **Private housing:** €380–620 - **Rent figures describe:** the city of Hannover - **Notes:** 20 Studentenwerk Hannover halls. €240–€500/month furnished, utilities + internet included. Commercial alternatives (THE FIZZ, i Live, Student One): €500–€700. Apply directly to Studentenwerk. ## 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 --- Canonical page: https://studyroute.app/institutions/gottfried-wilhelm-leibniz-universitaet-hannover Source of this file: https://studyroute.app/institutions/gottfried-wilhelm-leibniz-universitaet-hannover.md Each figure above carries the date its record was last checked against its sources. 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