Quick Summary
Universität Siegen, in Siegen, Germany, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1972. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 17600 students including 18% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Media Studies, Physics, Civil Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a research-intensive environment with a personal, supportive atmosphere and low cost of living.
Subject Strengths
Media StudiesPhysicsCivil EngineeringHuman-Computer Interaction
Founded1972
TypePublic
Total Students17600
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio48
CampusDistributed/Urban
Campus SizeMultiple Sites
Affiliated HospitalsMarien Gesellschaft Siegen (Academic Teaching Hospital)
AccreditationSystem-accredited by ACQUIN
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
126
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited/Blended Learning
Online Programs
Center for Sensor Systems (ZESS), Research Institute for Water and Environment (fwu)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
System-accredited by ACQUIN
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
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
Ensure your degree matches the German credit requirements (ECTS) for the specific subject. Most English-taught masters require specific ECTS in core subjects.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€11,208/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$82
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,850/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDAAD, Deutschlandstipendium, Study Bridge
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidBAföG (for domestic/eligible students)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 126 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Human-Computer Interaction | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechatronics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Physics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Media Studies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$54,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with regional 'Hidden Champions' in engineering
Industry Connections
SMS GroupThyssenKruppEJOTGontermann-Peipers
Notable Alumni
Axel Weber, Peter Frensch, Wolfgang Schareck
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
High-standard university sports center, climbing walls, gym
Student Clubs
Radius 92.1 (Radio), Speeding Scientists Siegen (Formula Student)
Library Resources
University Library Siegen (UB) with 5 decentralized locations
Exchange Programs
ERASMUS+, Partnership with universities in USA, China, and Brazil
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Sensor Systems