Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main
University university
Tuition (non-EU)
€0
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Fields
music, arts, education
Why this works
- Tuition is €0 per year, making it one of the most affordable options for international arts students in Germany.
- IELTS 6.0 entry requirement is achievable for most CIS applicants with solid English preparation.
- A German public-university diploma is recognised across the EU and Schengen area, supporting graduate mobility.
- Frankfurt am Main is Germany's financial and cultural hub, offering rich professional networks in music, theatre, and media.
- After graduation, Germany grants an 18-month job-seeker visa, giving arts graduates time to secure professional work in Europe.
- As a public institution, it carries the credibility and quality assurance of the German state higher-education system.
What to check
- Most programmes at a music and performing arts conservatory are conducted primarily in German, which is a serious barrier for CIS applicants.
- Admission is highly competitive: auditions and artistic portfolios are the main filter, and acceptance rates are low even for talented applicants.
- Before enrolling, non-EU school leavers must prove roughly €11,904 in a blocked Sperrkonto account, requiring significant upfront savings.
- A Studienkolleg preparatory year may be required if your home-country school certificate is not directly recognised in Germany.
- Frankfurt has a high cost of living relative to other German cities, and student accommodation is scarce and expensive.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.