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How much does Nürtingen-Geislingen University (HfWU) cost for international students?
HfWU is a public university in Baden-Württemberg. Under state law, students who are not EU/EEA citizens pay tuition of 1,500 EUR per semester; EU/EEA students pay no tuition. Every student also pays the semester fee, which covers the administrative fee, the Studierendenwerk contribution and the student body fee.
| Item | Cost for international students |
|---|---|
| Tuition, non-EU/EEA students | 1,500 EUR per semester |
| Tuition, EU/EEA students | None |
| Second degree (if not already paying the 1,500 EUR fee) | 650 EUR per semester |
| Semester fee (everyone, since summer 2026) | 168.60 EUR per semester |
There are exemptions from the international fee, for example for refugees; you can only apply for an exemption after enrolment or re-registration. The semester fee does not include a public transport ticket. Part-time MBAs and continuing-education programmes have their own fees.
Tuition fees come on top of the proof of funds. For the student visa you still need to show 11,904 EUR for the year, usually in a blocked account, and that money has to be transferred months before the semester starts.
What are the application deadlines?
| English-taught Master's | Deadline (cut-off) |
|---|---|
| International Finance (M.Sc.) | 1 June (winter) |
| International Management (MBA) | 15 June (winter) or 15 November (summer) |
| Sustainable Mobilities (M.Sc.) | 15 July |
| International Master of Landscape Architecture | 1 October |
| Other Bachelor's and Master's programmes | See the programme page |
All deadlines are cut-off dates. International applicants must first have their certificates recognised by the Studienkolleg Konstanz before applying in HfWU's portal SELMA, so start early. After admission, the signed enrolment confirmation and officially certified copies of your certificates must reach HfWU by post by the deadline in your admission letter.
How do you apply to Nürtingen-Geislingen University (HfWU)?
Check the programme requirements
Each English-taught Master's has its own subject, grade and English requirements, listed on the programme page.
Get your certificates recognised
Apply to the Studienkolleg Konstanz for recognition of your foreign certificates, and name HfWU Nürtingen-Geislingen in your application to speed up the process.
Apply in SELMA
Submit your application in HfWU's online portal SELMA before the programme's deadline.
Apply for your visa
Use your admission letter and proof of funds to apply for a student visa.
Enrol by post
Send the signed enrolment confirmation and officially certified copies of your school-leaving and Bachelor's certificates to the Student Affairs Department by the deadline in your admission letter, and pay the fees.
How many programmes are taught in English?
HfWU offers 4 Master's programmes taught in English:
- International Finance (M.Sc.)
- International Management (MBA), 1.5 years full-time, for non-economists with work experience
- International Master of Landscape Architecture (IMLA)
- Sustainable Mobilities (M.Sc.)
All other degree programmes are taught in German. Part-time MBAs (for example Finance and Management, Digital & Sustainable Management) charge their own fees and are not suitable for a student visa.
About Nürtingen-Geislingen University (HfWU)
HfWU was founded in 1949 and focuses on business, environment, agriculture, real estate and landscape architecture. Its main campus is in Nürtingen, about 25 km south-east of Stuttgart, with a second campus in Geislingen an der Steige.
It offers Bachelor's and Master's programmes in full-time and part-time formats, mostly in German, with a growing number of English-taught Master's aimed at international students. Several part-time MBAs and continuing-education programmes charge their own fees and are not suitable for a student visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do international students pay tuition at HfWU?
Yes, if you are not from the EU/EEA: Baden-Württemberg charges international students 1,500 EUR per semester, plus the semester fee of 168.60 EUR. Some students are exempt, for example refugees. You also need to show 11,904 EUR per year for your visa, usually in a blocked account.
Can I study at HfWU in English?
Yes, 4 Master's programmes are taught in English: International Finance, the MBA International Management, the International Master of Landscape Architecture and Sustainable Mobilities.
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