Tuition (non-EU)
€0
IELTS minimum
6.5
Institution
University university
City
Berlin, Germany
Fields
engineering, it, stem, economics, business, social-sciences, humanities, education
Why this works
- Zero tuition for international students makes TU Berlin one of the most affordable top technical universities in Europe.
- Public university status means no hidden private-institution fees — only a small per-semester administrative charge.
- Berlin's economy hosts hundreds of tech companies, start-ups, and multinationals, giving engineering and IT students strong internship access.
- An EU degree from a German public university is recognised across all Schengen countries and opens pan-European job markets.
- Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa lets graduates stay and convert their degree into a work permit.
- Wide field coverage — engineering, IT, economics, and social sciences — suits students who want flexibility across STEM and business.
What to check
- Non-EU students must prove roughly €11,904 per year in a blocked Sperrkonto account before receiving a student visa — a significant upfront cash requirement.
- Many bachelor programmes at German public universities are taught in German; confirm English-taught availability for your specific programme before applying.
- Admission is competitive and non-EU school-leaving certificates often require a Studienkolleg foundation year or equivalency recognition, adding one year to your timeline.
- Berlin's housing market is extremely tight; finding affordable student accommodation can take months and costs have risen sharply in recent years.
- Daily life in Berlin requires functional German for bureaucracy, healthcare, and social integration, even if your academic programme is in English.
Accommodation
Studierendenwerk Berlin: 9,500 rooms in 33 dormitories citywide. Range €390–520/mo. CRITICAL: Waiting list 12+ months — do NOT rely on dorm for first semester. Arrange private WG or interim housing before arrival. Private market Berlin: €600–900/mo for a room.
Scholarships
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).
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.