Quick Summary
Since 1975, Universität Bayreuth (University of Bayreuth) has been one of Germany's prominent publics, based in Bayreuth. Ranked #460 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13350 students including 14% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Materials Science, African Studies, Chemistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 40%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a green campus environment with world-class interdisciplinary research and strong career prospects in Germany.
Subject Strengths
Materials ScienceAfrican StudiesChemistryGeosciencesEngineering
Founded1975
TypePublic
Total Students13350
Intl Students14%
Faculty Ratio52
CampusMain Campus
Campus Size250 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationSystem-accredited by ACQUIN
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#460
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, PhD, State Examination
Programs
University of Bayreuth Graduate School (UBTGS)
PhD Programs
Selected MBA modules and professional development courses
Online Programs
Bavarian Research Institute of Experimental Geochemistry & Geophysics (BGI), Bayreuth Centre for Ecology & Environmental Research (BayCEER)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
System-accredited by ACQUIN
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate40%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL88
Min GPA2.5
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
Focus on ECTS credit matching for Master's programs and provide a strong motivation letter for interdisciplinary tracks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€11,208/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,208/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDAAD, Deutschlandstipendium, UBT Grants
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidBAföG (for eligible students)
Work-StudyStudent assistant (HiWi) positions available across all faculties
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, PhD, State Examination programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Global Change Ecology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Sport Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Polymer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law and Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Bavarian industry and international NGOs
Industry Connections
AudiSiemensBASFAdidasPuma
Notable Alumni
Thomas Gottschalk, Andreas Voßkuhle, Maxim Biller
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Studentenwerk Oberfranken)
Sports Facilities
Comprehensive University Sport (Zentraler Hochschulsport)
Student Clubs
Over 50 clubs including Model UN, Green Campus, and entrepreneurial groups
Library Resources
6 decentralized libraries, high-speed digital access
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, over 450 partner universities worldwide
Summer Programs
Bayreuth International Summer School (BISS)