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WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

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WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management, commonly known as WHU, is a leading private business school founded in 1984. With approximately 1,500 students, WHU offers a world-class education in business and management. The school has two picturesque campuses in Vallendar and DĂŒsseldorf, Germany. The Vallendar campus is located in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning castles, historic towns and vineyards.

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University (private (state-approved))
of international students
24%
No. of students (2025)
2,000
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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).

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Numerus Clausus (NC)
This Latin term means “limited number” and indicates that a program has restricted admission. In other words, not all applicants can be accepted, so selection is usually based on grades or other criteria when demand exceeds available spots.
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