Frankfurt School of Finance and Management: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

Frankfurt School

Founded in 1957, the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management is a private business school in Frankfurt with approximately 3,000 students. It offers bachelor's, master's, MBA, and doctoral programs specializing in finance, banking, accounting, management, and financial law. Located in Germany's financial capital, home to the European Central Bank, the German Stock Exchange, and major banks, this Triple Crown-accredited institution (AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS) is one of Germany's most expensive private universities, with tuition costs comparable to those of international business schools rather than German public institutions. The school primarily operates in English for its master's and MBA programs, while its bachelor's programs combine German and English instruction.

Type

University (private (state-approved))

of international students

31%

No. of students (2025)

4,391

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at Frankfurt School of Finance and Management

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).