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Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)
München·Public university·Est. 1472
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) is a public university in Munich, Bavaria.
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) is a public university in Munich, Bavaria.
Founded in 1472 as a public university.Programmes taught in Bilingual and English.
About Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) is a public university in Munich, Bavaria, founded in 1472. It offers 22 Master's programmes and is ranked #58 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings.
Accreditation
State-recognised
Website
lmu.de/en/index.htmlRankings
How Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) places in the major global and German rankings.
QS
#58
2026
THE
#34
2026
ARWU
#42
2025
22 programmes match your filters
22 programmes
- M.A.
American History, Culture and Society
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake23 days left - Master of Science in Economics
Economics
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science in Epidemiology (MSc)
Epidemiology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (MSc)
Evolution, Ecology and Systematics (EES)
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake265 days left - Master of Science
Geobiology and Palaeobiology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.Sc.
Human Biology - Principles of Health and Disease
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake265 days left - M.Sc.
Master Business Administration
Tuition over 1,500 EUR per semesterBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (MSc) in Quantitative Economics
Master in Quantitative Economics
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake280 days left - Master of Science in Media, Management and Digital Technologies
Media, Management and Digital Technologies
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (MSc)
Molecular and Cellular Biology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake265 days left - Master of Science
MSc Meteorology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter and summer intake37 days left - Master of Science in Neuro-Cognitive Psychology
Neuro-Cognitive Psychology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake252 days left - Master's degree in Neurosciences
Neurosciences
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake253 days left - Master of Science
Plant Sciences
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake265 days left - Master of Science
Psychology: Learning Sciences
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake266 days left - M.Sc.
Software Engineering
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake7 days left
Costs and fees
Tuition
Tuition fees may apply for non-EU students
Bavaria has allowed its public universities to charge non-EU and non-EEA students tuition since the 2024/25 winter semester, and each one decides whether to charge and sets its own amount (for example, TU Munich charges 4,000 to 6,000 EUR per semester for Master's). Private universities set their own fees too. Check Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)'s fee page for its current policy. You also pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) of roughly 100 to 400 EUR, set by each university, which often includes a public transport pass.
Fee details on university websiteEstimated monthly living costs (general estimate)
Rent (shared flat)
500 EUR
Food and groceries
350 EUR
Public transport
70 EUR
Utilities and internet
150 EUR
Health insurance
110 EUR
Other essentials
160 EUR
Approximately 1,340 EUR per month
General estimate based on Berlin. Costs vary by city and lifestyle.
International students also need to show proof of funds (a blocked account) for the student visa. Use our blocked account calculator and cost of living calculator for a personalised estimate.
Admissions
Application process
Admission requirements vary by programme and degree level. Each programme at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) sets its own prerequisites, including academic qualifications, language proficiency, and application deadlines. See the Programmes section for the exact requirements of each course.
Good to know: Detailed entry rules (APS obligations, uni-assist vs. direct application, per-nationality requirements) differ by programme. Always confirm with the university directly.
Admission details on university websiteHelpful tools
- APS eligibility quiz - find out if you need an APS certificate
- German grade calculator - convert your GPA to the German system
- Study in Germany guide - step-by-step admission guide
Student life at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)
For clubs, accommodation, and campus life, the university website is the best source. Programme pages cover academics and intake.
University websiteMünchen, Bavaria, Germany
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Address
Geschwister-Scholl-Platz 1, 80539 München, Germany
80539