# Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main

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## 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 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Summer semester 2027 — Master's in Instrumental Studies (teaching focus), Master's in Historical Performance Practice, Young Academy, Bachelor's/Master's in Church Music, Bachelor's/Master's in Composition, Teaching Degree (State Exam), Master's in Educational Science in Music | 2026-12-01 | Application window runs 30 September to 1 December 2026, submitted through the institution's own online application portal. Source: https://www.hfmdk-frankfurt.de/en/thema/apply |
| Winter semester 2027/2028 — Bachelor's in Dance | 2027-02-01 | Application window runs 14 November 2026 to 1 February 2027. Source: https://www.hfmdk-frankfurt.de/en/thema/apply |

Deadlines verified 2026-06-02.

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** Frankfurt am Main
- **Region:** Hessen
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** music, arts, education
- **Study routes:** direct-bachelor, direct-master
- **Website:** https://www.hfmdk-frankfurt.de/en/
- **Address:** Eschersheimer Landstraße 29-39, 60322 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- **Data verified:** 2026-06-02

## About

Frankfurt am Main is Germany's financial hub and a major cultural centre with world-class orchestras, opera, and museums; living costs are higher at €950–1,200 per month. The city's international atmosphere, robust music scene, and proximity to major touring venues make it attractive to ambitious musicians seeking high-visibility performance opportunities.

## Strengths

- Tuition is €0 per year, making it one of the most affordable options for international arts students in Germany.
- IELTS 6.0 entry requirement is achievable for most CIS applicants with solid English preparation.
- A German public-university diploma is recognised across the EU and Schengen area, supporting graduate mobility.
- Frankfurt am Main is Germany's financial and cultural hub, offering rich professional networks in music, theatre, and media.
- After graduation, Germany grants an 18-month job-seeker visa, giving arts graduates time to secure professional work in Europe.
- As a public institution, it carries the credibility and quality assurance of the German state higher-education system.

## Watch out for

- Most programmes at a music and performing arts conservatory are conducted primarily in German, which is a serious barrier for CIS applicants.
- Admission is highly competitive: auditions and artistic portfolios are the main filter, and acceptance rates are low even for talented applicants.
- Before enrolling, non-EU school leavers must prove roughly €11,904 in a blocked bank account (Sperrkonto), requiring significant upfront savings.
- A preparatory year (Studienkolleg) may be required if your home-country school certificate is not directly recognised in Germany.
- Frankfurt has a high cost of living relative to other German cities, and student accommodation is scarce and expensive.

## Accommodation

- **University dormitory:** yes
- **Dormitory cost:** €350–520
- **Private housing:** €650–730
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of Frankfurt
- **How to apply:** HfMDK is one of six institutions officially served by Studierendenwerk Frankfurt am Main; students apply online via swffm.de after enrolment, join a waiting list (deadlines 16 May for winter semester / 16 November for summer semester), and pay a deposit of two months' rent plus the first month's rent once a conditional offer is confirmed.
- **Notes:** Institutional dorm access confirmed directly by Studierendenwerk Frankfurt eligibility list; demand is high and waiting times vary, so apply immediately after receiving the admission letter.
- **Source:** https://www.swffm.de/wohnen/faq

## 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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