Tuition-free study programs in Dortmund
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Dortmund: List of all tuition-free study programs (2026/27)

Dortmund offers international students a lively and authentic urban experience in the heart of Germany’s Ruhr region. The city is a strong example of successful transformation, having evolved from an industrial powerhouse into a modern, forward-looking urban center. Revitalized areas such as Phoenix Lake, combined with extensive green spaces like Westfalenpark, give Dortmund a surprisingly balanced and livable character. A deep-rooted football culture centered around Borussia Dortmund, alongside a diverse music, arts, and cultural scene, shapes the city’s energetic atmosphere.

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Quick Facts
Population
650,000
Students
8%
International students
15%
Room in a shared apartment
€ 425

Tuition-free programs in Dortmund: Overview

German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
German Students
163
Tuition-free
Master
158
Tuition-free
Bachelor
0
Tuition-free
MBA
0
Tuition-free
LL.M.
0
Tuition-free
State Examination

Disclaimer: You should use this text as a general guide, but it cannot serve as a guarantee. Keep in mind that there is no universal tuition fee & semester contribution that applies to all study programs and all student groups. Hence, we urge you to always individually double-check the specific fees of the specific study programs on their official websites.

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Additional information for tuition-free programs in Dortmund

German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
German Students

Intake

55.1%
Winter Semester
2.8%
Summer Semester
42.1%
Both Semesters

Language of Instruction

6.2%
English only
7.8%
English & German
82.9%
German only
3.1%
German (and some English)

Numerus Clausus

83.2%
without admission restriction
16.8%
with admission restriction

Study mode

99.1%
On campus
0.9%
Blended learning

Dortmund tuition-free programs & Living costs

⌀ 425 Euros
14% below German average
Room in a shared apartment in Dortmund
600
400
200
0
National average
€493
€425
Dortmund
Average accommodation cost (for a room in a shared apartment)