Application Deadlines in Kiel
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Kiel: Application Deadlines (2026/27)

Kiel offers international students a refreshing educational experience at its historic university and specialized maritime institutions, set in Germany's sailing capital along the Baltic Sea. This vibrant port city provides excellent education with particular strengths in marine sciences, economics, and naval architecture, reflecting its maritime heritage and status as Schleswig-Holstein's capital. International students benefit from studying in a genuine coastal environment where the Kiel Fjord extends deep into the city center, creating unique opportunities for marine research and sailing. The university's strong international orientation, with numerous English-taught programs and dedicated support services, creates a welcoming atmosphere for foreign students enhanced by the city's outward-looking seafaring tradition.

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Quick Facts
Population
255,000
Students
13%
International students
0%
Room in a shared apartment
€ 430

Application Deadlines for Summer Semester 2027

Below are the most frequent application deadlines for study programs in Kiel for the Summer Semester 2027.

German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
Admission-restricted courses Admission-free courses Still open for application
Master 15 January15 January>90% of Master programs
Bachelor 15 January15 January100% of Bachelor programs
LL.M. No courses15 January100% of LL.M. programs
State Examination 15 JanuaryNo information100% of State Examination programs
Other No coursesNo information No information
Master
Admission-restricted courses
15 January
Admission-free courses
15 January
>90% still open for application
Bachelor
Admission-restricted courses
15 January
Admission-free courses
15 January
100% still open for application
LL.M.
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
15 January
100% still open for application
State Examination
Admission-restricted courses
15 January
Admission-free courses
No information
100% still open for application
Other
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
No information
No information
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually.

Application Deadlines for Winter Semester 2027/2028

Below are the most frequent application deadlines for study programs in Kiel for the Winter Semester 2027/2028.

German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
Admission-restricted courses Admission-free courses Still open for application
Master 15 July15 July100% of Master programs
Bachelor 15 July15 July100% of Bachelor programs
LL.M. No courses15 July100% of LL.M. programs
State Examination 15 JulyNo information100% of State Examination programs
Other No coursesNo information No information
Master
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
15 July
100% still open for application
Bachelor
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
15 July
100% still open for application
LL.M.
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
15 July
100% still open for application
State Examination
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
No information
100% still open for application
Other
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
No information
No information
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually.

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Kiel application deadlines & Living costs

⌀ 430 Euros
13% below German average
Room in a shared apartment in Kiel
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National average
€493
€430
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