Quick Summary
Since 1991, Universität Potsdam has been one of Germany's prominent publics, based in Potsdam. Ranked #460 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21000 students including 16% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Linguistics, Archaeology, Earth and Marine Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Located in a UNESCO World Heritage city, it offers top-tier research opportunities and proximity to the political and tech hub of Berlin.
Subject Strengths
LinguisticsArchaeologyEarth and Marine SciencesEnvironmental SciencesNatural Sciences
Founded1991
TypePublic
Total Students21000
Intl Students16%
Faculty Ratio42
CampusMulti-campus
Campus Size150 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKlinikum Ernst von Bergmann
AccreditationACQUIN (System Accreditation)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#460
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201–250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401–500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
170
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Potsdam Transfer,Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI),PEARLS - Potsdam Research Network
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 Rate22%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
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 the Numerus Clausus (NC) requirements and ensure all documents are certified through Uni-Assist early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€11,500/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$82
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,150/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 170 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Public Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Cognitive Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Geosciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biosciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$52,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with research institutes and tech firms in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.
Industry Connections
SAPOracleHasso Plattner FoundationMax Planck Institutes
Notable Alumni
Manuela Schwesig,Hasso Plattner (Honorary Professor)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Comprehensive athletic facilities including University Sports (Hochschulsport) centers.
Student Clubs
60
Library Resources
University Library Potsdam (3 locations), part of the KOBV network.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available