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Universität Rostock

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Universität Rostock: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universität Rostock is a public university in Rostock, Germany. It suits applicants who want a long-established public institution in northern Germany; the programme catalogue is not given here, so confirm the subjects you need on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    The available subject areas and programmes are not specified, so the programme catalogue is still being compiled. Check the university website for the current degree options, entry route, and language requirements before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and verify the entry requirements, document list, and deadlines on the university website. Also confirm whether your chosen programme has extra requirements such as language proof or subject-specific prerequisites.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here for international students; confirm the current fee situation with its admissions office. Living costs in Rostock will depend on housing, insurance, transport, and daily expenses, so check current estimates separately before you apply.

  5. Coming from abroad

    For a student moving from abroad, the key questions are the language of instruction, whether your qualifications are accepted, and what documents you need for admission and visa purposes. The university website is the place to confirm these points, along with deadlines and any programme-specific requirements.

  6. How it compares

    Germany has 326 universities, and Universität Rostock sits within that large system as a public institution with a clearly stated historical profile. If you are comparing options, Rostock stands out for being one of the country’s oldest universities, but you still need to check whether it offers the subject area and admissions route you want.

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 Rostock

What type of university is Universität Rostock?

It is a public university.

Where is Universität Rostock located?

It is located in Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.

Does Universität Rostock publish a tuition fee range here?

No fee range is published here; confirm the current fee situation with its admissions office.

How many universities are there in Germany?

There are 326 universities in Germany.

Overview

The University of Rostock is a public university located in Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Founded in 1419, it is the third-oldest university in Germany. It is the oldest university in continental northern Europe and the Baltic Sea area, and 8th oldest in Central Europe. It was the 5th university established in the Holy Roman Empire.

Programs at Universität Rostock

12 programs across 2 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Alte Geschichte

Universität Rostock

⏱ 4 Semester 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Altertumswissenschaften

Universität Rostock

⏱ 4 Semester 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Aquakultur

Universität Rostock

⏱ 4 Semester 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Science

Physik

Universität Rostock

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Agrarwissenschaften

Universität Rostock

⏱ 6 Semester 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Anglistik/Amerikanistik

Universität Rostock

⏱ 6 Semester 🎓 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.

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

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