Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg

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   The short answer

   Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg is a public university in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. It suits students who want a large, research-oriented university with a broad academic offer and an international student body.

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   What you can study

   The university teaches across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and technology. It is made up of 11 faculties. A full programme catalogue is not listed here, so check the university website for the current degree options and the language of each programme.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for their chosen programme on the university website. Because specific requirements are not given here, confirm document rules, deadlines, and any language requirements directly with admissions before applying.

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   What it costs

   The university does not publish a tuition fee range here; confirm the current fee status with its admissions office. Living costs in Freiburg will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so plan a separate budget for everyday expenses.

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   Coming from abroad

   The university draws students from over 120 other countries, and foreign students make up about 18.2% of total student numbers. The language of instruction is not given here, so confirm it for each programme, along with visa needs, housing, insurance, and whether your qualifications meet the entry rules.

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   How it compares

   Germany has 326 universities, and Freiburg stands out as one of the country’s oldest institutions, with a long academic tradition and an unusually international student mix. For an applicant comparing German universities, it is a strong option if you want a public research university with breadth across humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technology.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.