Quick Summary
Situated in Bochum, Germany, Ruhr-Universität Bochum is a public established in 1962. Ranked #382 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 42500 students including 15% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Neurosciences, Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
RUB offers a massive range of interdisciplinary subjects, a dedicated campus culture, and world-class standing in IT security and Solvation Science.
Subject Strengths
NeurosciencesPhilosophyMechanical EngineeringChemistrySocial SciencesPhysics
Founded1962
TypePublic
Total Students42500
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio58
CampusCampus University
Campus Size120 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsUniversitätsklinikum der Ruhr-Universität Bochum (UK RUB)
AccreditationACQUIN (System Accreditation)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#382
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301-350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,State Examination,PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
RESOLV (Ruhr Explores Solvation),CASA (Cyber Security in the Age of Large-Scale Adversaries),Center for Religious Studies (CERES)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
ACQUIN (System Accreditation)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
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
Check specifically for 'NC' (Numerus Clausus) requirements; ensure DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4 for German-taught programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€10,500/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€10,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDeutschlandstipendium,DAAD Scholarships,RUB International Office Grants
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,State Examination,PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IT Security | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computational Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Neuroscience | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Cognitive Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| History | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
ThyssenKruppBoschCyber Security ClusterRWE
Notable Alumni
Frank-Walter Steinmeier,Herbert Grönemeyer,Norbert Lammert
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Unifit Health Center,High-Performance Sports Support,Ruhr-Aue Sports Complex
Student Clubs
AStA RUB,ESN Bochum,Robotic Club,Student Theatre
Library Resources
University Library Bochum (UB),20+ Departmental Libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,UNIC - European University,MAUI Network
Summer Programs
Available