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University of Cologne is in Cologne, Germany; its bachelor's degrees are taught in German, English. Standard entry requirements: University entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung). Language: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72. Applying: intake: Winter semester, Summer semester. Scholarships: 3 from the university; government scholarships: Government Scholarships Programme Oman, Government Scholarships Programme Tunisia.

✓ 33 facts from 7 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

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Quick summary

Cost per yearnot yet determined
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
3 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students.
Government scholarships for this country: Government Scholarships Programme Oman, Government Scholarships Programme Tunisia.
Chances of admissionUniversity entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung). Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Application deadlinesEarliest: Jan 15 (Main round) Last round: Main round, Jul 15.
Where and how students liveCologne · 17 km from CGN airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Available (apply)
Working while studyingnot yet determined
After graduationnot 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.

Requirements by teaching language

Programmes taught in GermanProgrammes taught in English
Bachelor's programme
Business Administration (B.Sc.) · 3 years
Source (2)
“Duration: 6 semesters, full-time”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Language: German, English”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Economics (B.Sc.) · 3 years
Source (2)
“Duration: 6 semesters, full-time”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Language: German, English”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.) · 3 years
Source (2)
“Duration: 6 semesters, full-time”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Language: English”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English test policynot yet determined
Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.): English proficiency test required for non-native speakers
Source (1)
“English language skills B2 (CEFR) are required.”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
IELTS minimumnot yet determined
Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.): 5.5
Source (1)
“IELTS-Test: 5.5”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
TOEFL iBT minimum (0–120 scale)not yet determined
Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.): 72
Source (1)
“TOEFL, Internet-based Test (iBT): 72”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Minimum German level (CEFR)
C1 (reference)
Source (2)
“Telc C1 Hochschule”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Goethe-Insitut C1 certificate”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
not yet determined

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarshipsYes — international students can receive merit scholarships
Sources (2)
“Yes, foreign students enrolled at the University of Cologne can apply for a scholarship.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The award criteria include outstanding performance in school or university, as well as other criteria such as volunteer work, special personal or family circumstances, internships, awards and prizes.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiencyNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Conditional admission / English pathwayNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Degree programmes taught in EnglishYes
Sources (2)
“As global challenges need global solutions, this programme is taught in English.”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Language: English”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Scholarships for first-year students

Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship)

MeritOpen to international studentsSeparate application
€300 (≈ US$334)
  • Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
  • Amount: €300 (≈ US$334)
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“The Deutschlandstipendium is awarded for two semesters. The monthly scholarship rate is 300 euros.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Yes, foreign students enrolled at the University of Cologne can apply for a scholarship.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Yes, the application and awarding of the scholarship are dependent on you being enrolled at the University of Cologne (for the application itself, the letter of admission is initially sufficient).”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The award criteria include outstanding performance in school or university, as well as other criteria such as volunteer work, special personal or family circumstances, internships, awards and prizes.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Inklusionsstipendium (Inclusion Scholarship)

OtherOpen to international studentsSeparate application
€300 (≈ US$334)
  • Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
  • Amount: €300 (≈ US$334)
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“Die Stipendien belaufen sich in der Regel auf 300 EUR/Monat und werden jährlich ausgeschrieben.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“evidence of disability or chronic illness (medical or official medical reports and official documents; in particular, a pass for disabled persons or an assessment notice on the degree of disability, if available, must be submitted).”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Yes, foreign students enrolled at the University of Cologne can apply for a scholarship.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Yes, the application and awarding of the scholarship are dependent on you being enrolled at the University of Cologne (for the application itself, the letter of admission is initially sufficient).”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Sozialstipendium (Social Scholarship)

Need-basedOpen to international studentsSeparate application
€300 (≈ US$334)
  • Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
  • Amount: €300 (≈ US$334)
  • Financial need: Required
  • How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“Die Stipendien belaufen sich in der Regel auf 300 EUR/Monat und werden jährlich ausgeschrieben.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“proof of social need – if possible – by other official certificates”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Yes, foreign students enrolled at the University of Cologne can apply for a scholarship.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Yes, the application and awarding of the scholarship are dependent on you being enrolled at the University of Cologne (for the application itself, the letter of admission is initially sufficient).”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programmeNot yet determined — check the college site ↗

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • University entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
Winter semester, Summer semester
Source (1)
“Beginning: Winter and summer semester”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement
Business Administration (B.Sc.): English proficiency test: Required
Source (1)
“English language skills B2 (CEFR) are required.”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Business Administration (B.Sc.): Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required
Source (1)
“TestAS certificate (subject specific module in Economics/Management, minimum score 90)”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.): English proficiency test: Required
Source (1)
“English language skills B2 (CEFR) are required.”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.): Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required
Source (1)
“TestAS certificate (subject specific module in Economics/Management, minimum score 90)”
wiso.uni-koeln.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 2026-11-11

Government 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 2026-11-11

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Application — Summer semester (Business Administration (B.Sc.))Jan 15
Source (1)
“15 January for the start of studies in summer semester”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application — Winter semester (Business Administration (B.Sc.))Jul 15
Source (1)
“15 July for the start of studies in winter semester”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application — Summer semester (Economics (B.Sc.))Jan 15
Source (1)
“15 January for the start of studies in summer semester”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application — Winter semester (Economics (B.Sc.))Jul 15
Source (1)
“15 July for the start of studies in winter semester”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application — Winter semester (Management, Economics and Social Sciences (B.Sc.))Jul 15
Source (2)
“15 July for the start of studies in winter semester”
wiso.uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Application period: early June - 15 July”
wiso.uni-koeln.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

TuitionNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs (college estimate)€1,200 per month (≈ US$1,300) (reference)
Student health insuranceNot 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 ↗
Sources (1)
“Die Ausgaben eines Studierenden in Köln belaufen sich in etwa auf circa 1200 EUR pro Monat:”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

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)
“We recommend applying for a room in one of the student residences of the Cologne Student Services (KSTW) three to six months before your planned start of studies.”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Please note that places in student residences are very popular and highly limited, and the chances of receiving a room in one of these residences are unfortunately low!”
uni-koeln.de ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Post-study work visa (name and length)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗

Location

City / stateCologne
Nearest major airportCologne Bonn Airport (CGN), about 17 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q54096 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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