# Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen - Catholic University of Applied Sciences

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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 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Social Work, B.A. (Aachen campus), standard track, all applicants | 31 May | Application window opens 1 December. Applications uploaded 1 June-31 July may still be considered if places reopen. Source: https://katho-nrw.de/studium/studienplatzbewerbung/bewerbungszeitraeume |
| Social Work dual-track, B.A. (Aachen campus), all applicants | 31 March | Application window opens 1 December. Source: https://katho-nrw.de/studium/studienplatzbewerbung/bewerbungszeitraeume |
| Applied Nursing Science, B.Sc., full-time (Köln campus), all applicants | 15 November | Application window opens 1 September. Source: https://katho-nrw.de/studium/studienplatzbewerbung/bewerbungszeitraeume |
| Midwifery, B.Sc. (Hebammenkunde), all applicants | 31 March | Application window opens 1 January. Source: https://katho-nrw.de/studium/studienplatzbewerbung/bewerbungszeitraeume |
| Summer semester 2027 — Supervision/Coaching, M.A. (Münster campus), all applicants | 2026-09-15 | Application window opens 15 January 2026. Source: https://katho-nrw.de/studium/studienplatzbewerbung/bewerbungszeitraeume |

Deadlines verified 2026-06-02.

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** Köln
- **Region:** Nordrhein-Westfalen
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** social-sciences, health, education
- **Study routes:** direct-bachelor
- **Website:** https://katho-nrw.de/
- **Address:** Wörthstraße 10, 50668 Köln, Germany
- **Data verified:** 2026-06-02

## About

Cologne is an energetic, multicultural city on the Rhine with a famous cathedral, vibrant student bars, and a real mix of cultures. Cost of living is moderate, the city has excellent museums and nightlife, and the atmosphere is more relaxed than Stuttgart or Frankfurt.

## Strengths

- Tuition is €0 per year for international students, unlike many private German institutions that charge €10,000–20,000 annually.
- An IELTS 6.0 entry requirement is accessible for CIS students with standard English preparation.
- Social sciences, health, and education fields align with Germany's strong public-sector and NGO job market.
- Köln is one of Germany's largest cities, offering extensive internship and part-time work opportunities in media, healthcare, and social services.
- Germany grants 18 months post-study job-seeker visa, letting graduates search for employment across the EU after finishing.
- International students in Germany may work 120 full days or 240 half days per year, providing income alongside studies.

## Watch out for

- Daily life and many bachelor programmes require strong German; limited German skills will restrict social integration and course choice.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) or recognised preparatory year before the degree (foundation year) before university admission in Germany.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,904 for a student visa — a significant upfront commitment.
- Köln has a well-known accommodation shortage; finding affordable housing before arrival can be difficult and time-consuming.
- As a university of applied sciences with a Catholic profile, the range of academic disciplines is narrower than at a large public research university.

## Accommodation

- **University dormitory:** yes
- **Dormitory cost:** €320–450
- **Private housing:** €580–670
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of Köln
- **How to apply:** Apply via Kölner Studierendenwerk's (KSTW) online portal (tl1host.eu/SWK) ideally 1–2 semesters before starting studies — you can apply before receiving your admission letter. After signing the lease, a €400 deposit is charged with the first month's rent; the enrollment confirmation (Immatrikulationsbescheinigung) is only required at contract signing.
- **Notes:** Katholische Hochschule NRW, Abteilung Köln (KatHO) is one of the seven Cologne institutions explicitly named among KSTW's partner institutions — its private, church-run status doesn't disqualify it, since it is staatlich anerkannt (state-recognized). Students can apply for KSTW dorm rooms on the same terms as public-university students.
- **Source:** https://www.kstw.de/wohnen/auf-wohnungssuche/

## 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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