Quick Summary
Based in Hamburg, Germany, Universität Hamburg is a public with roots dating back to 1919. Ranked #191 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 43000 students including 14% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Physics, Astronomy, Earth and Marine Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is a University of Excellence in Germany, located in one of Europe's most livable and economically vibrant port cities with world-class climate research.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsAstronomyEarth and Marine SciencesLinguisticsLawSocial Policy and Administration
Founded1919
TypePublic
Total Students43000
Intl Students14%
Faculty Ratio65
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE)
AccreditationGerman Accreditation Council (System Accreditation)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#191
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#136
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, State Examination, Doctorate
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
CEN (Center for Earth System Research and Sustainability), DESY (Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron), Leibniz Institute for Virology
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
German Accreditation Council (System Accreditation)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is often based on 'Numerus Clausus' (NC). For international applicants, ensure your documents are translated and certified early. Use Uni-assist where required.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€12,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,900
Financial AidBAföG, DAAD, Deutschlandstipendium
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, State Examination, Doctorate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Economics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Climate Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marine Biology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh placement through Career Center and industry partnerships in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region.
Industry Connections
Strong links with DESYAirbusthe Port of Hamburgand various media/logistics firms.
Notable Alumni
Wolfgang Pauli, Otto Stern, Helmut Schmidt, Leo Strauss
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Hochschulsport Hamburg provides access to over 100 types of sports activities.
Student Clubs
Extensive range including ASTA, academic societies, and cultural organizations.
Library Resources
Hamburg State and University Library Carl von Ossietzky (SUB) with over 5 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, SEMP, and bilateral agreements with universities in North America and Asia.
Summer Programs
Available