Quick Summary
Situated in Darmstadt, Germany, Technische Universität Darmstadt is a public established in 1877. Ranked #245 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 23600 students including 19% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Engineering - Mechanical, Computer Science, Engineering - Electrical and Electronic, it maintains an acceptance rate of 28%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Germany's leading technical universities, part of TU9, excellent reputation for engineering and computer science research.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - MechanicalComputer ScienceEngineering - Electrical and ElectronicMaterials SciencePhysics
Founded1877
TypePublic
Total Students23600
Intl Students19%
Faculty Ratio48
CampusUrban/Multiple Locations
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationSystem-accredited (German Council of Science and Humanities)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#245
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251-300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
115
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited (mostly blended learning)
Online Programs
CYSEC (Cybersecurity), MAF (Materials and Processes), E-Mobility Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
System-accredited (German Council of Science and Humanities)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate28%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL88
Min GPA2.5
GRERequired for some Master's programs
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 strong mathematical foundations and ensure German proficiency (C1) for most Bachelor's, as many programs are taught in German.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€11,500/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,150/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDAAD Scholarships, Deutschlandstipendium, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidBAföG (for eligible residents)
Work-StudyYes (Student Assistant positions / HiWi)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 115 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering and Information Technology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$65,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Darmstadt industrial hub (Merck, Deutsche Telekom)
Industry Connections
Member of TU9European University Alliance (Unite!)
Notable Alumni
Chaim Weizmann, Peter Grünberg (Nobel Laureate), Gerhard Sessler
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Studentenwerk Darmstadt)
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center (Hochschulsport Zentrum)
Student Clubs
TU-Darmstadt Racing Team, Akaflieg, Various Student Councils (Fachschaften)
Library Resources
University and State Library Darmstadt (ULB)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, Strategic Partnerships (Virginia Tech, Tongji University)
Summer Programs
International Summer University (ISU)