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Kiel University

1665
Foundation year
24,438
No. of students (2026)
10%
of international students
215
Study Programs
196
Admission-free programs
English23
English-only programs

Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, also known as Kiel University or CAU, is a public research university located in the city of Kiel, Germany. It was founded in 1665 by Christian Albert, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp, and is the oldest, largest and most prestigious university in the state of Schleswig-Holstein. With approximately 27,000 students, Kiel University offers a wide range of academic disciplines in its eight faculties, including Theology, Law, Business, Economics and Social Sciences, Medicine, Arts and Humanities, Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Agricultural Sciences and Nutrition, and Engineering. The university's campus, located in the heart of Kiel, combines historic charm with modern amenities, providing students with an inspiring learning environment.

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