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How much does Munich Business School cost for international students?
MBS is a private university and charges tuition for the whole programme. Tuition is the same for EU and non-EU students; only the one-off enrolment fee is higher for non-EU students. You can pay per semester or in monthly instalments.
| Item | Cost for international students |
|---|---|
| Bachelor International Business (7 instalments) | 6,960 EUR per semester (1,160 EUR per month), 48,720 EUR in total |
| Master's programmes (3 semesters) | 8,580 EUR per semester (1,430 EUR per month), 25,740 EUR in total |
| MBA General Management (2 semesters) | 16,000 EUR per semester, 32,000 EUR in total |
| Enrolment fee (one-off, when you sign the study contract) | 1,490 EUR non-EU / 690 EUR EU and EFTA |
| Application fee | 60 EUR |
| Deposit when you sign the study contract | 1,990 EUR (deducted from your first tuition instalment) |
| Learning materials | Up to about 150 EUR per semester |
MBS does not list a separate semester contribution. If you study longer than the standard period, MBS charges an extra 10% of the tuition per semester. A 1,000 EUR early-bird discount applies if your complete application arrives by 15 October (spring start) or 15 February (September start). MBS also offers partial scholarships: 10 to 50% on the first two Bachelor semesters, up to 4,000 EUR for Master's students and up to 2,000 EUR for MBA students.
Before MBS issues your visa invitation letter, you pay the enrolment fee and the deposit, so non-EU students pay about 3,480 EUR in advance. 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.
Fees as published by MBS in October 2026. Please confirm the current amounts with MBS before you sign your study contract.
What are the application deadlines?
MBS accepts applications all year round, at most one year before your start, and places are limited. If you need a visa, apply at least four months before your programme starts. Applicants from China, India and Vietnam need an APS certificate and should allow one extra month.
| Programme | Intake | Deadline for non-EU applicants (visa) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor International Business | September | Monthly application rounds; last round 15 July |
| Bachelor International Business | February | Monthly application rounds; last round 15 December |
| Master's programmes | September | 30 April (EU: 15 July) |
| Master International Business only | February | 31 October (EU: 10 December) |
| MBA General Management | September | 30 April (EU: 15 July) |
| MBA General Management | Spring | 15 November (EU: 31 January) |
The last Bachelor rounds are too late for most visa applicants, so use an earlier round (by May for September, by October for February). The Master in Finance starts in September only. MBS's MBA page lists two different sets of dates; the earlier ones are shown here, so please confirm your deadline with the MBS admissions team.
How do you apply to Munich Business School?
Apply online
Submit your application through the MBS online application and pay the 60 EUR application fee. You need a CV, your certificates and transcripts and your motivation answers. Proof of English can follow later, by the start of your studies. MBA applicants also need two employer references and at least two years of work experience after their first degree.
Take part in the interview
Suitable applicants are invited to a personal interview of about 30 to 45 minutes, online or on campus. Master's interviews may include a short case study. MBS usually sends its decision within about a week.
Sign the study contract
If you are accepted, sign and return your study contract within the deadline in your offer (two weeks for Master's and MBA). Pay the 1,490 EUR enrolment fee and the 1,990 EUR deposit to secure your place.
Get your visa letter
Send MBS a copy of your passport details page. MBS then issues a visa invitation letter for your student visa application. If you studied in China, India or Vietnam, get your APS certificate first; some Indian applicants also need a dMAT result.
Enrol before the start
Before classes begin, hand in original or certified copies of your certificates and English test, and the enrolment confirmation from a German public health insurer. Without proof of health insurance you cannot enrol.
How many programmes are taught in English?
MBS offers 7 degree programmes taught fully in English on its Munich campus:
- Bachelor International Business, English Track (7 semesters, start in February or September). The same degree also has a Bilingual Track taught about 70% in German.
- Master International Business, with 7 concentrations to choose from and a dual-degree option (start in February or September)
- Master Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Master International Marketing and Brand Management
- Master Sports Management and Media
- Master in Finance (September start only)
- MBA General Management (12 months, at least two years of work experience required)
Master's programmes last 18 months, including a semester abroad or an internship. The Doctor of Business Administration is also taught in English, but it is a part-time programme taken alongside a job and is not suitable for a student visa. The Pre-Bachelor and the online Pre-Master are preparatory courses, not degrees.
Which English certificates does Munich Business School accept?
| Certificate | Minimum score (Bachelor, Master's and MBA) |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 85 (Master's and MBA: at least 22 in writing and 20 in all other sections) |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 |
| Duolingo English Test | 115 |
| Pearson PTE Academic | 56 |
| Cambridge | Bachelor: B2 First, grade B or better. Master's and MBA: 173 or grade B or better |
| ELS English for Academic Purposes | Advanced Level 112 |
Test results must be no older than two years. You can skip the test if you completed your schooling in English. For Master's and MBA, a first degree taught in English also counts, and MBA applicants can use an employer letter confirming at least two years of English as the business language. If you also use the test for your visa, check your embassy's requirements.
When does the semester start?
| Programme | Fall term | Spring term |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor and Master's | Classes September to December, exams in December | Classes mid-January/February to May, exams in May |
| MBA General Management | Start in September | Start in spring |
Bachelor and Master's students have no classes from May to September and from December to mid-January; the Bachelor uses these breaks for internships. MBA classes run all year, except for a break in August and over Christmas.
About Munich Business School
Munich Business School was founded in 1991 as the Europäische Betriebswirtschafts-Akademie (eba), the first private university in Bavaria, and took its current name in 2003. In 1999 it became the first private university to receive permanent state recognition from the Bavarian Ministry of Science, so its degrees count the same as those of state universities. It also holds institutional accreditation from the German Council of Science and Humanities.
MBS specialises in business administration, from the Bachelor International Business to Master's, MBA and doctoral programmes. In academic year 2025 it had 1,085 students from 76 countries, about 55% of them international. Classes are small and attendance is mandatory, and most programmes include a semester abroad at one of more than 70 partner universities. The campus is in west Munich, close to Westendstraße U-Bahn station.
Frequently asked questions
Can I study at Munich Business School without speaking German?
Yes. All Master's programmes and the MBA are taught fully in English, and the Bachelor International Business has an English Track that requires no German. MBS offers German as a foreign language as part of the English Track.
What do I have to pay before I get my visa letter?
MBS issues the visa invitation letter after you have signed your study contract and paid the enrolment fee (1,490 EUR for non-EU students) and the 1,990 EUR deposit. The deposit is deducted from your first tuition instalment. You also need to show 11,904 EUR for living costs, usually in a blocked account.
Does Munich Business School charge a semester contribution?
MBS does not list a separate semester contribution. On top of tuition and the one-off enrolment fee, MBS suggests budgeting up to about 150 EUR per semester for learning materials.