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University of Bonn
Bonn·Public university·Est. 1818
University of Bonn is a public university in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia.
University of Bonn is a public university in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia.
Founded in 1818 as a public university.Programmes taught in Bilingual and English and English or German.
About University of Bonn
University of Bonn is a public university in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, founded in 1818. It is one of the U15 group of major German research universities. It offers 26 Master's programmes and is ranked #207 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings.
Accreditation
State-recognised
Address
The address of the University of Bonn is: Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn Regina-Pacis-Weg 3 53113 Bonn Germany
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uni-bonn.deRankings
How University of Bonn places in the major global and German rankings.
QS
#207
2026
THE
#92
2026
ARWU
#68
2025
26 programmes match your filters
26 programmes
- MSc
Agricultural and Food Economics
No tuition feesTaught in EnglishWinter and summer intake38 days left - Master's
Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA) [Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Program]
Tuition over 1,500 EUR per semesterTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake253 days left - M.A.
Applied Linguistics (Master of Arts, One-Subject)
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake38 days left - Master of Science (MSc)
Biochemistry
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science in Astrophysics
Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy: MSc in Astrophysics (Bonn)
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter and summer intake222 days left - M.A.
Dependency and Slavery Studies
Tuition under 1,500 EUR per semesterTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake100 days left - Master of Science in Economics (MSc)
Economics
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - MA
English Literatures and Cultures
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)Winter and summer intake281 days left - Master of Science
Geochemistry / Petrology
No tuition feesEnglish or German4 semestersWinter and summer intake38 days left - Master of Science (MSc)
Geodetic Engineering
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (MSc) in Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security
Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake38 days left - Master of Science (MSc)
Immunobiology - From Molecules to Integrative Systems
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science in Life Science Informatics (MSc)
Life Science Informatics
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake267 days left - M.Sc.
Masters in Organismic Biology, Evolutionary Biology and Palaeobiology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (MSc)
Medical Immunosciences and Infection
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science
Microbiology
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Molecular Cell Biology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed
Costs and fees
Tuition
No tuition fees for most programmes
Public universities in North Rhine-Westphalia do not charge tuition fees for consecutive Bachelor's and Master's programmes, for EU and non-EU students alike. You also pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) of roughly 100 to 400 EUR, set by each university, which often includes a public transport pass. Continuing-education and executive Master's programmes, which usually require work experience, can charge fees even at public universities, and private universities set their own fees, so check University of Bonn's fee page for its exact fees.
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 University of Bonn 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 University of Bonn
For clubs, accommodation, and campus life, the university website is the best source. Programme pages cover academics and intake.
University websiteBonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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Address
The address of the University of Bonn is: Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn Regina-Pacis-Weg 3 53113 Bonn Germany
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