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Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig: Application Deadlines (2026/27)
Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig
The Hochschule fĂŒr Grafik und Buchkunst Leipzig (HGB), founded in 1764 and known in English as the Leipzig Academy of Visual Arts, is one of Europeâs oldest art academies and is located in Leipzig, Germany; with around 600 students, it offers Bachelorâs and Masterâs degrees in Book Art/Graphic Design, Photography, Painting/Graphics, and Media Art, as well as the unique Masterâs in Cultures of the Curatorial. Its public library comprises about 65,000 volumes and over 80 current periodicals on painting, graphic design, book art, photography, and new media art, including special collections of artistsâ books, rare prints, and historical photography literature. Notable alumni include Neo Rauch of the New Leipzig School, and the HGB is deeply engaged with Leipzigâs art and design scene through exhibitions, workshops, and collaborations with institutions such as the Leipzig Gallery of Contemporary Art and the Halle 14 Library, while also supporting Ukrainian students and artists as part of its commitment to an inclusive and international artistic community.
Quick Facts
Type Academy of Fine Arts (public)
of international students 34%
No. of students (2025) 542
Term model Semester
Application Deadlines for Summer Semester 2027
Below are the most frequent application deadlines at Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig 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 | No courses | No information | No information |
| Other | No courses | No information | No information |
Master
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
No information
No information
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 2026/2027
Below are the most frequent application deadlines at Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig for the Winter Semester 2026/2027.
German Students Other EU Students Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Admission-restricted courses | Admission-free courses | Still open for application | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master | No courses | 01 February | 0% of Master programs |
| Other | No courses | 01 February | 0% of Other programs |
Master
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
01 February
0% still open for application
Other
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
01 February
0% still open for application
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually. 
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