Freie Hochschule Stuttgart Numerus Clausus

Freie Hochschule Stuttgart - Seminar für Waldorfpädagogik: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

Freie Hochschule Stuttgart

The Freie Hochschule Stuttgart – Seminar für Waldorfpädagogik (Free Stuttgart University – Seminar for Waldorf Education), founded in 1928, is a private, state-recognized university in Baden-Württemberg with approximately 300 students. It specializes exclusively in teacher training for Waldorf (Steiner) education based on Rudolf Steiner's anthroposophical philosophy. This niche institution offers bachelor's and master's programs that prepare teachers for Waldorf schools. The programs integrate conventional pedagogical training with anthroposophical principles, artistic activities such as eurythmy and painting, and spiritual development components.

Type

University of Applied Sciences (private (state-approved))

of international students

37%

No. of students (2025)

340

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at Freie Hochschule Stuttgart - Seminar für Waldorfpädagogik

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).