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Study in Erfurt: 8 Universities with 192 English Degree Programs

All important info for international students in Germany (2026/2027)

Erfurt

742
Founded in
Thuringia
State
215,000
Inhabitants
8
Universities
1
Discovering Erfurt: A Historic and Cultural Gem
Erfurt is a historically rich city that has been a hub for economics, politics, culture and intellect for over 1,250 years due to its strategic location on European trading routes. It has been home to many famous figures throughout history, including Martin Luther and Goethe. With a population of 215,000, it is easily accessible by high-speed trains from major cities in Germany and surrounded by other famous cities and landmarks. Erfurt is also a student town with a well-preserved medieval old town, offering a charming atmosphere and plenty of cultural opportunities.

Overview

masters
192

Study Programs

universities
8

Universities

ranking
2

Universities in International Rankings

Tuition Fees

Minimum:

€ 0 per semester

Maximum:

€ 13,140 per semester

Application Deadlines

Winter Semester

between 15 Jul and 31 May

Summer Semester

between 15 Jul and 15 Mar

View all 192 courses still open for next intake

Top-ranked German Universities in Erfurt

#63Humboldt Ranking
University of Erfurt

public University

No. of Students: approx. 5,500 students

Program Fees: € 0 - 1,900 (per semester)

QS World University Rankings: Europe #701-900

Tuition Fees

134
134
2
6
47
3

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

Winter Semester 2026/2027

Summer Semester 2027

Open Programs

Application Modes

Application Modes

0% national admission restriction (national NC)
15.1% local admission restriction (local NC)
6.8% no admission restriction, but ability test
77.6% no admission restriction
0.5% no information provided

Application Process

Application Process

99.5% directly at University
0% directly at University (incl. VPD from uni-assist)
0.5% via uni-assist

Language Requirements

IELTS Band

TOEFL Scores

Cambridge Levels

Minimum:

6 (2 programs)

Minimum:

75 (1 program)

Minimum:

B2 First (FCE) (1 program)

Maximum:

6.5 (4 programs)

Maximum:

90 (2 programs)

Maximum:

C2 Proficiency (CPE) (1 program)

IELTS Band

Minimum:

6 (2 programs)

Maximum:

6.5 (4 programs)

TOEFL Scores

Minimum:

75 (1 program)

Maximum:

90 (2 programs)

Cambridge Levels

Minimum:

B2 First (FCE) (1 program)

Maximum:

C2 Proficiency (CPE) (1 program)

Program Features

3-12 semesters

Duration
Online Courses
degree typesDegree Types

Master of Engineering

Master of Arts

Master of Public Policy

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Engineering

Master of Education

Magister

Bachelor of Education

State Exam

Beginning

Winter intake

67.7%

Summer intake

2.1%

Winter & Summer intake

30.2%

Location


Show Universities List

1
Fachhochschule Erfurt
2
University of Erfurt
3
Willy Brandt School of Public Policy
4
iba | University of Cooperative Education
5
IU International University of Applied Sciences
6
ISBA
7
HMU Health and Medical University
8
HMU Health and Medical University – Erfurt