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About University of Hohenheim

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Founded in 1818, University of Hohenheim public, research-oriented, campus university located in Germany. With a campus spreading across the area of 160,021 meter square, the institute exhibits an excellent example of collaboration of research and teaching. University of Hohenheim offers 10 undergraduate programs and 25 graduate programs in the areas relevant to the society. These include Bioeconomy, Global Food Security & Ecosystems and Health Sciences. In the winter semester of 2018, 9,235 students enrolled in various degree programs in the University. 15% of all the students studying in the University comprise of International students, indicating that it's a popular option for foreign students who wish to study in Germany. Currently due to COVID-19, University campus has been closed till further notice.

University of Hohenheim Ranking

University of Hohenheim is ranked:

  • #201 –250 by QS World University Ranking 2023
  • #1 in Germany for Agricultural research by QS World ranking 2023
  • #1 in Germany by the Center of World University Rankings (CWUR)
  • #201-250 in Agricultural sciences and Biology by Times Higher Education (THE) 2023

Highlights

Type Public
Campus setting Urban
Establishment year 1818
Number of degree programs 40
Academic Calendar Semester
Semester Winter/Summer
Annual Budget 161.9 Million EUR
Cost of attendance[10] 18,490 EUR per semester
Academic staff 970
Number of International students 1,380 (14.9%)
Admission helpdesk +49 (0)711 459 24206 | [email protected]

University of Hohenheim Campus

  • University of Hohenheim is located in South of Stuttgart which is near the airport, Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre and Autobahn.
  • The campus at Hohenheim is famous for Hohenheim Palace surrounded by Historical park and botanical gardens.
  • Hohenheim Palace now houses parts of the University of Hohenheim and is surrounded by lecture halls, canteen and libraries.
  • State rooms are open during concerts, lectures and for tours.
  • Three famous museums in Hohenheim are:
    • German Agricultural Museum – It displays the path leading the visitors through the history of agriculture.
    • Zoology and Veterinary Museum – This museum has Impressive collection of animal specimens and artfully crafted Xylothek.
    • History of Hohenheim Museum – As the name suggests, this museum displays the history of the location, the Palace, and the University.

University of Hohenheim Residence

  • Students can find accommodation in residence halls located near the University campus at various locations:
    • Chausseefeld
    • Pestalozzistraße
    • Fruwirthstraße
    • Schwerz­straße
  • Residence halls in Fruwirthstraße provide accommodation to students at a monthly rent of 257-270 EUR and a deposit of 400 EUR.
  • Dorms in Fruwirthstraße are accommodated with a common kitchen, laundry, parking area and BBQ area.
  • In Chausseefeld, rooms are provided to students with 3-5 flat shares at the cost of 286 EUR per month.
  • Halls are fully furnished with amenities like chairs, closet, mattress and writing desk.
  • Schwerz­straße residence halls are furnished single rooms in 4 room flats available at monthly rent of 230-323 EUR.
  • Dorms are accommodated with community kitchen, music room, table tennis table, BBQ area, elevator, laundry and parking area.
  • Dormitories in Pestalozzistrasse are accommodated with their own kitchen and bathroom at rent of nearly 298 EUR per month.
  • In the rooms, students are provided with access to internet, television and telephone connection.

University of Hohenheim Programs

  • The university brings together the Faculties of Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Business, Economics and Social Sciences.
  • University of Hohenheim provides programs across a wide range of subjects.
  • The university offers single subject as well as double subject Bachelor’s degree courses.
  • Students can pursue Master’s degrees in various disciplines including Business Administration, Bioinformatics, Nutritional science, History and Psychology.
  • The Department of Linguistics offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Computational linguistics.

University of Hohenheim Admissions

International students need to keep these in mind if applying for admission at the University of Hohenheim:

  • Application Deadlines
    • Winter Semester- 15 July
    • 30 September- For Agricultural Biology, Agricultural Sciences and Biobased Products and Bioenergy
    • Summer Semester- 15 January (Studienkolleg-preparatory course)
    • 31 March- Admission to first semester Agricultural Sciences (B.Sc.) or in a higher subject-related semester.
  • Admission Requirements
    • High School Leaving Certificate; Bachelor’s Degree (master’s program)
    • Apply via Uni-assist for preliminary document verification
    • Application fee (75 EUR for first choice of program, 30 EUR for every additional desired course)
    • Proof of Sufficient German Proficiency: TestDaF (level 4 in all sections), DSH- 2; or level B2 German Certificate for admission into a preparatory course (Studienkolleg)
    • Orientation Test
    • Apply via University Online Application after verification of documents
    • Additional Requirements: Passport Photo & Copy; Proof of Health Insurance; Proof of financial resources.

Admission requirements for a master's program vary depending on the degree course chosen.

University of Hohenheim Cost of Attendance

  • To pursue graduate and post graduate courses in University of Hohenheim, international students have to pay tuition fee along with semester fee.
  • International students who have qualified German university entrance qualification are exempted from paying tuition fees.
  • Semester fee includes administrative fee, semester ticket for free public transport, Student Service fee and Student Parliament fee.
  • Cost of attendance of different courses vary depending upon the subjects of study.
Expenses Amount ( Per Semester)
Tuition fee 1,500 EUR
Semester fee 184.90 EUR
Other expenses 4,494 EUR

University of Hohenheim Financial Aid

  • The University of Hohenheim and federal Government offer different scholarships and financial aids to meritorious students in need of financial help.
  • KfW loan provides a grant of 650 EUR per month to the international students. Students must apply for KfW loan before June 1, 2023.
  • Germany Scholarship (Deutschlandstipendium) provides the students with grants of 300 euros per month funded jointly by the state and private donors.
  • The State Graduate program offers a grant of 1000 euros per month to eligible postgraduate students for a year.
  • Short-Term Scholarships for Foreign Students (STIBET) aims to provide financial aid of nearly 1000 EUR to international students with good academic record.
  • The Studierendenwerk Tübingen-Hohenheim has launched a new interest-free loan on April 22, the Corona Loan with relaxed award criteria.
  • It provides grants without interest up to 450 EUR for the month of April and May - a total of up to 900 EUR .

University of Hohenheim Alumni

  • Alumni network of Hohenheim maintains connections between the University, former students and former employees to establish a global network.
  • This Network acts as an institutional platform for exchanging knowledge and experience among the members.
  • University of Hohenheim alumni can thus contribute to the development of their alma mater innovatively and vibrantly.
  • Notable alumni of University of Hohenheim:
    • Winfried Kretschmann - German politician serving as Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg since 2011.
    • Clarissa Corrêa da Silva - German television presenter and editor.
    • Cornelia Ulrich - Executive Director of the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Huntsman Cancer Institute.
    • Chinedum Uzoma Nwajiuba - Current Vice-Chancellor of the Alex Ekwyeme Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo in Ebonyi, Nigeria.
    • Vivienne Hu - American fashion designer

University of Hohenheim Placements

  • Career Center Hohenheim (CCH) acts as mediator between studies and jobs and students & companies.
  • It helps in establishing contacts of the graduates with the professional world through events, seminars and internships.
  • University of Hohenheim as an Entrepreneurial University offers sponsorships to startups with innovative ideology.
  • An external provider named JobTeaser works along with the University of Hohenheim’s CareerCenter to assist the graduates in finding suitable jobs according to their profile.
  • Erasmus + is the program launched by European Union with the aim of improving skills of the prospective graduates and postgraduates hence providing them with better employment.
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Overview
Degree TypeBachelor
Duration3 years
Study ModeFull Time
LanguageGerman
Fees
Tuition FeeINR 3.2 L/Yr
Native FeeEUR 3,000 /Yr
Fee trendTuition progression
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Admission Guide

Admission Process

Founded in 1818, the University of Hohenheim celebrated its 204th anniversary in 2022. The University is a public university situated in Stuttgart, Germany. The total number of students enrolled at this university is currently around 10,000, the number steadily increasing. Out of the total enrolled, international scholars have a count of around 1,500 students. Those willing to enter this university can choose one of their 40 award-winning degree programs at all academic levels: Bachelor, Master, and Doctorates.

  • The University does not charge an application fee
  • An international applicant must apply 90 days before the deadlines to be considered for admission.
  • Admissions are based on student’s past academic records and grades
  • While every document is required to be submitted online, some documents like application for admission, applications for the recognition of examination achievements, attachments, can be uploaded or submitted by email.
  • If your school-leaving certificate is not recognized in Germany, you will be required to attend a one-year preparatory course known as Studienkolleg.
  • For the Winter Semester 2023/24, University of Hohenheim will offer a full online semester till the end.
  • The admission is open with an uncertain limit to the admissions. Anyone who fulfills the formal requirements and completes the application process is admitted to the program.

University of Hohenheim Highlights

Application Portal Online Application
Application Fee Nil
Type Public
Mode of Payment VISA, Discover Card, MasterCard, Bank transfer
Academic Calendar Semester-based
Tests required IELTS, TOEFL, DSH, TestDaf
Intake Session Winter, Summer
Degree Offered Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral
Financial Aid Grants, Loans, Scholarships, Study Aid

The courses range in the scope of agricultural and nutritional sciences, natural sciences, and business, economics, and social sciences. The study programs are assessed as innovative and research-oriented. Two of their pilot projects “Mobile teaching” and “Humboldt reloaded” have been awarded the Arsi Lengen Prize, for promoting research-oriented studying.

University of Hohenheim Admission Deadlines

  • Applications for German Universities for winter semester 2023/24 will open from April 2023.
  • Applications for Summer semester 2023/24 will open from mid-December.
  • International Applicants must apply 90 days before the deadlines of the admission form.
Term Winter Deadline Summer Deadline
Undergraduate Programs 30th September for Agricultural Biology, Agricultural Sciences, and Biobased Products and Bioenergy
15th July for other programs
31st March for Agricultural Sciences, Biobased Products and Bioenergy, and Agricultural Biology
15th January for all other programs.
Masters Degrees Varies according to the course

University of Hohenheim International Admissions

General requirements necessary for International Admissions:

  1. University entrance qualification from a non-EU state, e.g. Matura, A-Levels, High School Diploma, Baccalaureate, Atestat, Gaocao)
  2. Should have attended a preparatory course (Studienkolleg).
  3. Successfully attended a preparatory course and have completed the aptitude test.
  4. Have an international Baccalaureate (IB Diploma)
  5. Have your country’s certificates reviewed by a German degree certificate recognition office for foreign proof of education.

Application Portal: Uni-Assist | Online Application

Application Fee: None

Application procedure for International Applicants

For international students, there are two procedures to apply for admissions:

  1. Through Uni-Assist
  2. Online Application
  3. University entrance qualification from a non-EU state, e.g. Matura, A-Levels, High School Diploma, Baccalaureate, Atestat, Gaogcao
  4. Preparatory course (Studienkolleg)
  5. International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma)
  6. Foreign degree certificates have already been reviewed by a German degree certificate recognition office for foreign proof of education.

Visa Process for International Students

  • Visa Fee: 75 EUR
  • One should start applying at least 3 months before a specific degree program starts.
  • One should need to secure the number of minimum funds (720 EUR) multiplied by the number of months you will stay, on a German bank account.
  • One will have to attend a visa interview.
  • Applicants who wish to live in Germany for more than 2 months, must get the confirmation of Registration “Meldebestatigung”. To get this, the student must apply at the Resident’s Registration Office or “Einwohnermeldeamt”.
  • Applicants who wish to stay in Germany for more than 3 months, must possess a proper residence title. “Aufenthaltsgenehmigung” is the appropriate title, especially for study purposes. A residence permit shall be issued upon the application of the visa holder at the Alien Registration Office “Ausländerbehörde”.

Other Fee required to be shown while applying for German student visa:

  • 853 EUR/ month= Proof of minimum funds
  • 670-960 EUR= Health Insurance
  • 110 EUR= Yearly residence permit fee

University of Hohenheim English Proficiency Requirements

Test Score
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 577
TOEFL iBT 90
TOEFL CBT 233
Cambridge EFL Certificate of Advanced English
Cambridge Business English Certificate BEC higher
London Chamber of Commerce Level 3
Trinity Certificate Level 3

University of Hohenheim Undergraduate Admissions

There are various departments of Bachelor’s degrees:

  • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)- engineering, natural sciences, business administration, and economics
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA)- social sciences and humanities
  • Bachelor of Education (BE)- teacher programs, etc.

Application Portal: Uni-Assist | Online Application

Application Fee: None

Academic Requirements:

  • Application(s) for recognition of study and examination achievements
  • Transcripts of records
  • Completed application form with the application fee
  • Original final secondary school transcripts with a minimum GPA of 3.5
  • Proof of language proficiency: TestDaf, Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang, Deutsches Sprachdiplom, TELC Deutsch C1 Hochschule, Feststellung Prüfungszeugnis.
  • CV
  • Statement of Purpose to study in Germany
  • Copy of Passport

Additional Requirements:

University of Hohenheim Graduate Admissions

There are 7 graduate departments at the University of Hohenheim:

  • Agriculture & Forestry: 5 Programs
  • Applied Science & Professions: 4 Programs
  • Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences: 4 Programs
  • Social Science: 4 Programs
  • Business & Management : 2 Programs
  • Natural Sciences & Mathematics: 2 Programs
  • Engineering & Technology: 1 Program
Program Admission Requirement Language
M.Sc. Agricultural Science Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or a related degree
An average grade higher than 2.5
Letters of Recommendation
German Proficiency test
German
M.Sc. Environmental Science Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural sciences or a related field with a natural or environmental science concentration
Proof of English proficiency
English
M.Sc. Food Biotechnology Bachelor’s degree in natural or engineering sciences (180 ECTS credits)
Aptitude Test
Professional Experience
Interview
English or German
MSc Clinical Nutrition Bachelor’s degree with a biological-medical focus and the grade “good” or better German
Masters in Earth and Climate- System Sciences Bachelor’s degree in natural or engineering sciences (180 ECTS) credits) with a German equivalent;
Resume, Letters of Recommendation; German Proficiency (DSH scores)
German and English

Management & Performance, Marketing & Management, and Health Care & Public Management.

University of Hohenheim FAQs

Ques: Can I work in Germany while studying at University of Hohenheim?

Ans: Yes, you can, however, you will need to submit the following documents to start earning:

  1. Graduated IT or STEM degree
  2. Valid passport
  3. One new biometric photo
  4. University report about your study history
  5. Job contract or a concrete job offer
  6. Application form for granting permission to stay in the country
  7. Application form for permission of employment
  8. Workplace description form

Ques: When can I apply for a residence permit in Germany?

Ans: Work Permit is valid for 4 years or job duration plus 3 months. One can qualify for a permanent residence permit after working for 33 months in Germany, or just 21 months if the German language is well.

Ques: Will I receive a confirmation letter telling me that you received my application?

Ans: No. applicant must use their applicant number and password to see online which documents the university has received.

Ques: Is there any email id to contact, to clear doubts regarding admission?

Ans: If you have any questions, you can send them to [email protected].

Ques: Will all the courses be taught online for the Winter semester of 2023/24?

Ans: Those courses that are necessary or feasible and particularly useful will be offered on-campus. The possibilities for face-to-face courses are based on the requirements of the general infection laws, the regulations of the Baden- Württemberg accident insurance companies, and the University of Hohenheim’s central hygiene. The main purpose is to limit the density of people in all areas of the university campus at all times.

Ques: When do I have to pay the administrative fees, student service fee, and student parliament fee?

Ans: Al students are required to pay the administrative fees and student fees for each semester as well as contribute to the student parliament fee. The student fees do not replace other fees and charge Tuition fees do not include these contributions either.

Ques: Is reimbursement and recovery of tuition fee possible?

Ans: In the case of exmatriculation before the beginning of the semester, the fee paid will be reimbursed. If the student withdraws from university within one month after the lecture begins, the tuition fees are reimbursed. If the conditions for an exception from tuition fees applied during enrollment and international students were not able to show the required documents in time for reasons for which they were not at fault (e.g. documents were not ready), any tuition fee paid will be reimbursed.

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Rankings over the years

Year-wise highlights from global and country rankings available for this university.

2022

Highlights
2022
  • Best overall country rank: #17
  • Agriculture: #1 in country
  • Top source: US News
  • 15 ranked streams
  • Focus areas: Overall, Finance
  • 5 ranking records in 2022

2023

Highlights
2023
  • Best overall country rank: #19
  • Agriculture: #9 in country
  • Top source: THE
  • 9 ranked streams
  • Focus areas: Overall, Finance
  • 3 ranking records in 2023

2024

Highlights
2024
  • Best overall country rank: #19
  • Agriculture: #2 in country
  • Top source: QS
  • 7 ranked streams
  • Focus areas: Overall, Agriculture
  • 3 ranking records in 2024

2025

Highlights
2025
  • Best overall country rank: #21
  • Environmental Studies: #8 in country
  • Top source: QS
  • 7 ranked streams
  • Focus areas: Overall, Biology
  • 3 ranking records in 2025

2026

Highlights
2026
  • Best overall country rank: #19
  • Overall: #19 in country
  • Top source: THE
  • 2 ranked streams
  • Focus areas: Overall, Social Studies
  • 3 ranking records in 2026

Contact Information

Schloss Hohenheim 1, 70599 Stuttgart

+49-711-4590

Student Reviews & Ratings

Overall sentiment and category-wise rating summary

Overall score

7.3/10
Top Rated

Based on 1 rating

Rating Breakdown

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Live Summary
Academic
8.0/10
Faculty
10.0/10
Infrastructure
10.0/10
Accommodation
10.0/10
Placement
6.0/10