# Universität Bremen

> public · Bremen · 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 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WiSe | Jul 15 | Via the central application service (uni-assist) (VPD). Submit VPD to uni-assist by ~Jun 6 (6 weeks processing). Bachelor applicants only; Master's apply directly to university (no VPD required). |
| SoSe | Jan 15 | Submit a preliminary assessment of your school certificate (VPD) to the central application service (uni-assist) by ~Dec 1. Limited SoSe programme availability — confirm per programme. |

Deadlines verified 2026-07-27.

## Profile

- **Country:** germany (DE)
- **City:** Bremen
- **Region:** Bremen
- **Type:** public
- **Fields:** natural-sciences, engineering, humanities, social-sciences, economics, law, international-relations, political-science, it, computer-science, media
- **Study routes:** studienkolleg, direct-master, language-prep
- **Website:** https://www.uni-bremen.de
- **Address:** Bibliothekstraße 1, 28359 Bremen
- **Data verified:** 2026-07-27

## About

Bremen is a historic Hanseatic city on the Weser river, with a strong maritime heritage and vibrant student culture. Living costs are moderate, and the city's international character—with its port and diverse communities—creates a welcoming environment for CIS students.

## 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, Bremen offers academic depth across natural sciences, engineering, humanities, economics, and law.
- A German university diploma is recognised across the EU, opening the European job market from day one.
- Germany grants an 18-month post-study job-seeker visa, giving graduates real time to convert their degree into employment.
- Bremen is a mid-sized Hanseatic city with a maritime economy, logistics sector, and established aerospace industry for internships.
- The IELTS minimum of 6.0 is accessible for well-prepared CIS applicants, lowering the language entry barrier for English-taught programmes.

## Watch out for

- Daily life and most bachelor programmes require solid German; limited German skills will restrict course choice and social integration.
- Non-EU school leavers without a recognised Abitur equivalent must typically 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.
- International students may work only 120 full days or 240 half days per year, capping part-time income during studies.
- Bremen's job market is smaller than Hamburg or Frankfurt; students targeting finance or consulting may find fewer local opportunities.

## 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:** €234–300
- **Private housing:** €380–470
- **Rent figures describe:** the city of Bremen
- **Notes:** Studierendenwerk Bremen. 2,139 places across 11 residences in Bremen + 106 in Bremerhaven. All-inclusive. Shared flats/single rooms ~€280–395/mo; campus apartments up to ~€730/mo. Standard all-inclusive single ~€425/mo.

## 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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