Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Munich · Official website ↗
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is in Munich, Germany; its bachelor's degrees are taught in German. Applying: intake: Winter semester, Summer semester. Scholarships: 4 from the university; government scholarships: Government Scholarships Programme Oman, Government Scholarships Programme Tunisia.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | not yet determined |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 4 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Government scholarships for this country: Government Scholarships Programme Oman, Government Scholarships Programme Tunisia. |
| Chances of admission | not yet determined |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Jan 15 (Main round) Last round: Main round, Jul 15. |
| Where and how students live | Munich · 27 km from MUC airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Available (apply) |
| Working while studying | not yet determined |
| After graduation | not yet determined |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarshipsSources (1)“Candidates for the Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) are required to demonstrate excellent academic performance and above-average commitment. Both German and international students can apply.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Scholarships for first-year students
One-time financial assistance for international students
€650 (≈ US$723) one-time
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: €650 (≈ US$723) one-time
- Financial need: Required
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Nov 30
Sources (3)
“International students and doctoral candidates at the LMU, who find themselves in short-term and unexpected financial need, can apply for one-time financial assistance (650 euros), funded by the State of Bavaria, at the International Office at LMU.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Application deadline for the summer semester 2026 and the winter semester 2025/26: 30 November 2026”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“A consultation of Mrs Botheroyd-Hobohm at the International Office is required prior to submission of the application on the online-portal.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12German language course funding
Up to €150 (≈ US$167)
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: Up to €150 (≈ US$167)
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Nov 30
Sources (3)
“You already completed a German Language Course successfully, however need another one to feel more comfortable to communicate in German, but don’t have the financial possibilities? Then you can apply for funding of max. 150 Euro after you successfully joined the course (min. 80% attendance).”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Application period: 15 February - 30 November 2026”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Excluded from the application are: students who are German nationals, who have taken their Abitur (higher education entrance qualification) or have gained a German university degree in the Federal Republic of Germany (or in a German school in a foreign country), also Exchange/Program students.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship)
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“Candidates for the Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) are required to demonstrate excellent academic performance and above-average commitment. Both German and international students can apply.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“From first-year students: We require the average grade obtained for your university entrance qualification with a special focus on the grades that are most relevant for your chosen subject or the special qualification that entitles you to study in your degree program at LMU.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Funding for each individual scholarship is 300 euros per month.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“The application period for the Deutschlandstipendium 2026 took place from 16 March to 5 April 2026.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Oskar Karl Forster Scholarship
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
Sources (2)
“Grant for learning aids and printing costs”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“The Oskar Karl Forster Scholarship is open to all students and doctoral candidates of LMU Munich.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Programmes taught in German: Anglistik Programmes taught in German: Betriebswirtschaftslehre Programmes taught in German: Biologie Programmes taught in German: Chemie und Biochemie Programmes taught in German: Dentistry (State Examination) (reference) Source (1)“Degree programs with national admission restrictions: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Geographie Programmes taught in German: Germanistik Programmes taught in German: Geschichte Programmes taught in German: Informatik mit integriertem Anwendungsfach Source (1)“Informatik mit integriertem Anwendungsfach (Bachelor / Hauptfach)”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Law (State Examination) Source (1)“A degree program that ends with a State Examination (Staatsexamen: state-conferred degree for students of Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy and Teacher Education programs) is also an undergraduate degree program, and so no previous university degree is required to be admitted.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Mathematik Programmes taught in German: Medicine (State Examination) Source (2)“A degree program that ends with a State Examination (Staatsexamen: state-conferred degree for students of Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy and Teacher Education programs) is also an undergraduate degree program, and so no previous university degree is required to be admitted.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Degree programs with national admission restrictions: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Pharmacy (State Examination) Source (2)“A degree program that ends with a State Examination (Staatsexamen: state-conferred degree for students of Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy and Teacher Education programs) is also an undergraduate degree program, and so no previous university degree is required to be admitted.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Degree programs with national admission restrictions: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Physik Programmes taught in German: Politikwissenschaft Programmes taught in German: Psychologie Programmes taught in German: Romanistik Programmes taught in German: Soziologie Programmes taught in German: Teacher Education (State Examination) Source (1)“A degree program that ends with a State Examination (Staatsexamen: state-conferred degree for students of Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy and Teacher Education programs) is also an undergraduate degree program, and so no previous university degree is required to be admitted.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Veterinary Medicine (State Examination) Source (2)“A degree program that ends with a State Examination (Staatsexamen: state-conferred degree for students of Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy and Teacher Education programs) is also an undergraduate degree program, and so no previous university degree is required to be admitted.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Degree programs with national admission restrictions: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes taught in German: Volkswirtschaftslehre |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | Winter semester, Summer semester Source (1)“The deadline for applications (via the International Office / the Office of the University Registrar) is - 15 January for the summer semester and - 15 July for the winter semester.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Credential evaluation (e.g. WES): Required Source (2)“Preliminary Review Documentation (VPD) from uni-assist for all undergraduate degree programs (Bachelor/State examination)”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“From the 2027 summer semester onwards, we will be working with uni-assist. You can register with uni-assist regarding the preliminary examination documentation (VPD).”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required (reference) Source (1)“University admission qualification (generally Abitur certificate or equivalent school leaving certificate; where applicable: school leaving certificate in combination with a university entrance examination certificate or a certificate from a one-year higher education course or university certificate).”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Government scholarships for studying in Germany
Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.
Government Scholarships Programme Oman
Ministry of Higher Education, Sultanate of Oman
€1,500 (≈ US$1,700)
- Who can receive it: Students from Oman
- Amount: €1,500 (≈ US$1,700)
Sources (4)
“The programme is aimed at applicants with a secondary education diploma wishing to take a Bachelor degree in Germany.”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The programme funds participation in Bachelor degree programmes at state and state-recognised universities in Germany.”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Oman's Ministry of Education covers the following: - Monthly scholarship payments of 1,500 euros - One-off payment of travel expenses (outward and return flight) - Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover - Payment of German language course - Payment of semester fees at German universities”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The most important selection criteria are the candidate's academic achievements.”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Government Scholarships Programme Tunisia
Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Tunisia
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: Students from Tunisia
Sources (4)
“The programme is aimed at applicants with a secondary education diploma wishing to take a Bachelor or Master's degree in Germany.”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The programme funds participation in Bachelor and Master's degree programmes at state and state-recognised universities in Germany.”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Tunesia's Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur covers the following: - Monthly scholarship payments - One-off payment of travel expenses - Payments towards health insurance cover - Payment of semester fees at German universities”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Recherche Scientifique Tunis is responsible for awarding the scholarships. The most important selection criteria are the candidate's academic achievements.”www2.daad.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Deadlines (2027 entry)
| Application — Summer semester | Jan 15Source (1)“The deadline for applications (via the International Office / the Office of the University Registrar) is - 15 January for the summer semester and - 15 July for the winter semester.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Application — Winter semester | Jul 15Source (1)“The deadline for applications (via the International Office / the Office of the University Registrar) is - 15 January for the summer semester and - 15 July for the winter semester.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Available (apply) Source (2)“Munich Student Union (Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern) offers limited university housing in furnished rooms.”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Only about 13% of students actually live in university housing, which is mostly managed by the Munich Student Union (Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern).”www.lmu.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Location
| City / state | Munich |
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| Nearest major airport | Munich Airport (MUC), about 27 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q55044 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).