Catholic University of Applied Sciences North Rhine-Westphalia: Application Deadlines for Bachelor programs (2026/27)

The Katholische Hochschule Nordrhein-Westfalen (Catholic University of Applied Sciences NRW), founded in 1971, is one of Germany’s largest state-recognised, church-run universities with over 5,000 students across its campuses in Aachen, Cologne, Münster and Paderborn. Specialising in social work, health sciences and theology, it offers a wide range of bachelor’s and master’s programmes, including unique options such as midwifery, care management and interreligious dialogue. The university combines theory with practice through internships and strong industry collaborations, while also fostering accessibility with programmes tailored to specific groups, such as mothers. With more than 21% international students, KH NRW provides an inclusive and diverse learning environment, enriched by its Christian values and ethics that prepare graduates for responsible careers.