Educads
See all destinations →
UK Universität Kassel logo

Universität Kassel

· Public University

Admissions open
Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Universität Kassel: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universität Kassel is a public university in Germany. It suits students who want to study at a German university in Kassel and are comparing options in a country with many institutions.

  2. What you can study

    Universität Kassel is a university, but the available information does not list any specific subject areas or degree programmes. Check the university website for the current programme catalogue before you apply.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and whether their previous qualifications are accepted. If you need programme-specific requirements or language requirements, confirm them with the relevant department or admissions office before submitting an application.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here; confirm the current fee information with its admissions office. If you are planning a move to Kassel, also budget separately for living costs such as housing, transport, food, and insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not given. If you are applying from abroad, check the language requirement for your chosen programme, whether your qualifications are accepted, which documents need translation or certification, and what visa and residence steps you need for study in Germany.

  6. How it compares

    Germany has 326 universities, so Universität Kassel sits in a large and competitive national system rather than standing alone as a rare option. Its public status and size of about 21,000 students place it in the group of established mid-sized German universities, which may suit applicants who want a standard public-university setting in central Germany.

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.

Questions about Universität Kassel

What type of university is Universität Kassel?

It is a public university.

Where is Universität Kassel located?

It is located in Kassel, Hessen, in central Germany.

How many students does Universität Kassel have?

It had about 21,000 students as of June 2026.

Does Universität Kassel publish a tuition fee range?

A tuition fee range is not published here; confirm current fees with the admissions office.

Overview

The University of Kassel is a university founded in 1971 located in Kassel, Hessen, in central Germany. As of June 2026 it had about 21,000 students and about 3400 staff, including more than 300 professors.

Programs at Universität Kassel

16 programs across 3 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Business Studies

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Engineering

Civil Engineering

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Education

Health Education

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Science

Mathematics

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

Universität Kassel

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Professional

Professional Education

Arbeitslehre

Universität Kassel

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture

Universität Kassel

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Design

Universität Kassel

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Germany.

Related universities

TU Technical University of Munich logo

Technical University of Munich

Munich, Bavaria, Germany · Public University

★ 75 QS World #28 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 1,000 – EUR 1,500/yr
Founded
1868
HE Heidelberg University logo

Heidelberg University

Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany · Public University

★ 70 QS World #87 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1386
RW RWTH Aachen University logo

RWTH Aachen University

Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · Public University

★ 70 QS World #99 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 450 – EUR 650/yr
Founded
1870

Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

Stay updated

Get admission alerts, scholarship deadlines & university news — free.