# Hochschule für Philosophie

> public · München · 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 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Winter semester — Bachelor's in Philosophy (unrestricted admission, zulassungsfrei) | 30 September | Applications are accepted 1–30 September. Source: https://hfph.de/philosophie-studieren/bachelor-philosophie/ |
| Summer semester — Bachelor's in Philosophy (unrestricted admission) | 31 March | Applications are accepted 1–31 March. Source: https://hfph.de/philosophie-studieren/bachelor-philosophie/ |
| Winter semester — a restricted-admission Master's programme (the page does not clearly name which one; likely Philosophy or Philosophy and Leadership) | 15 September | Applications are accepted 1 April to 15 September. Source: https://hfph.de/philosophie-studieren/ |
| Summer semester — a restricted-admission Master's programme (verify which one per programme) | 15 March | Applications are accepted 1 January to 15 March. Source: https://hfph.de/philosophie-studieren/ |

Deadlines verified 2026-06-02.

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** München
- **Region:** Bayern
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** philosophy, theology
- **Study routes:** direct-bachelor, direct-master
- **Website:** http://www.hfph.de
- **Address:** Kaulbachstraße 31a, 80539 München, Germany
- **Data verified:** 2026-06-02

## About

This Jesuit university sits in Munich, one of Germany's wealthiest and most beautiful cities. Munich's character is elegant, Bavarian, and culturally rich: beer gardens, baroque churches, world-level museums. Living costs are high (€700–800/month), but job availability in a wealthy city is genuinely strong.

## Strengths

- Zero tuition for international students makes this institution unusually affordable compared to private German universities.
- An EU-accredited degree opens access to the European job market and 18-month German post-study job-seeker visa.
- München is Germany's wealthiest city, offering strong internship and graduate employment prospects across major industries.
- Philosophy and theology graduates develop analytical and ethical reasoning skills valued in consulting, law, media, and NGO sectors.
- Germany's Schengen membership means free travel across 26 European countries during your studies.
- Students in Germany may work up to 120 full days or 240 half days per year, supporting living costs.

## Watch out for

- Most programmes at philosophy and theology faculties are taught in German; a very high language level is required for daily academic life.
- Non-EU applicants must prove funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto), requiring roughly €11,904 deposited before visa issuance.
- A preparatory college (Studienkolleg) may be required for CIS school leavers whose diplomas are not directly recognised for German university entry.
- München has one of Germany's most competitive and expensive rental markets; finding student accommodation is difficult and costly.
- Philosophy and theology are niche fields with a narrower direct-employment pipeline; career outcomes depend heavily on individual networking and further study.

## Accommodation

- **University dormitory:** yes
- **Dormitory cost:** €350–550
- **Private housing:** €750–850
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of München
- **How to apply:** Apply online via the Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern housing portal (application windows: from 15 May for the winter semester, from 15 Nov for the summer semester; students already enrolled in Munich may apply anytime). Allocation follows a waiting list that can run 1–7 semesters depending on the residence, with 25% of vacated places reserved for 1st/2nd-semester students, so applying immediately upon enrollment is essential.
- **Notes:** HfPh is one of 16 higher-education institutions served by Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern, so enrolled students can apply for a subsidized dorm room. As a very small Jesuit-run academy, HfPh's own demand for dorm spots is limited, but citywide waitlists still apply since rooms are shared across all 16 supported institutions.
- **Source:** https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/

## 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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