Tuition (non-EU)
€0
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Gera, Germany
Fields
business, engineering, health
Why this works
- Zero tuition for international students is rare in Germany, where even public universities sometimes charge fees.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for most CIS applicants with solid English preparation.
- Business, engineering, and health fields align well with Germany's Mittelstand and manufacturing economy.
- A German university diploma carries EU-wide recognition and opens graduate job markets across Schengen countries.
- After graduation, Germany grants an 18-month job-seeker visa to search for work without leaving the country.
- Gera is a small Thuringian city with a low cost of living, reducing overall study budget compared to Munich or Berlin.
What to check
- German is the primary language of daily life and likely of many programmes; insufficient German limits integration and job search.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a Studienkolleg preparatory year before starting a bachelor's degree in Germany.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,904 for a visa — a significant upfront sum.
- International students may work 120 full days or 240 half days per year, which restricts income during studies.
- Gera is a small post-industrial city with a limited local job market, reducing internship and part-time work options.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.