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How much does HTWK Leipzig – University of Applied Sciences cost for international students?
HTWK Leipzig charges no tuition fees for a first degree, for EU and non-EU students alike. Fees apply in two cases: 400 EUR per semester for a second degree and 500 EUR per semester for long-term students who exceed the standard period of study. A bill to charge non-EU students 1,500 EUR per semester at Saxony's public universities had not been put to a vote as of October 2026.
Every student pays the semester contribution of 333.20 EUR for winter 2026/27, of which 226.80 EUR is the Deutschlandticket.
| Item | Cost for international students |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee, first degree | None |
| Second-degree fee | 400 EUR per semester |
| Long-term study fee | 500 EUR per semester |
| Semester contribution (everyone) | 333.20 EUR per semester (winter 2026/27) |
No tuition does not mean no 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?
| Degree | Intake | Deadline (non-EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor and Master (German C1/C2) | Winter | 15 July (application period from 1 April) |
| German course or Studienkolleg (German B1/B2) | Winter | 15 June (application period from 1 April) |
| German course or Studienkolleg (German B1/B2) | Summer | 15 December (application period from 1 November) |
| Master (German C1/C2) | Summer | 15 January (application period from 1 November) |
| Bachelor | Summer | No summer intake |
Applications with foreign qualifications go through uni-assist, which charges a fee. HTWK no longer accepts uni-assist preliminary review documentation (VPD); applicants who already hold a uni-assist assessment report for HTWK apply directly through the HTWK portal. Do not apply through both routes.
How many programmes are taught in English?
None fully. HTWK states that nearly all courses are taught in German; the only exception is the International Management Bachelor's programme, which is about 70% in English. The Master's Sustainable Printing, Packaging and Processing has an English name but is taught in German. Applicants need a good command of German.
About HTWK Leipzig – University of Applied Sciences
HTWK Leipzig is a public university of applied sciences in Leipzig, Saxony, founded in 1992 and with about 6,431 students. Its programmes cover engineering, architecture, computer science, mathematics, business, media and social work. Most programmes are taught in German. Its cooperative programmes combine study with vocational training and need a training contract with a company in Germany; international applicants can take part but must secure that contract before applying for a visa.
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