Quick Summary
Universität Regensburg is a public founded in 1962, located in Regensburg, Germany. Ranked #458 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21000 students including 11% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Chemistry, Physics, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a research-intensive environment with a scenic UNESCO World Heritage city lifestyle.
Subject Strengths
ChemistryPhysicsMedicineMolecular BiologyHumanities
Founded1962
TypePublic
Total Students21000
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratioundefined
CampusCompact Campus
Campus Size150 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsUniversitätsklinikum Regensburg (UKR)
AccreditationSystem-accredited by the German Accreditation Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#458
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, State Examination, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited (mostly blended learning)
Online Programs
Regensburg Center for Ultrafast Nanoscopy (RUN), Regensburg Center for International and Transnational Area Studies (CITAS)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
System-accredited by the German Accreditation Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
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
Submit German proficiency evidence (DSH-2/TestDaF 4x4) and check specific Numerus Clausus (NC) thresholds for popular subjects.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€10,800/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,160/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDAAD Scholarships, Deutschlandstipendium, BayBIDS
Avg Scholarship$3,900
Financial AidBAföG available for eligible domestic/EU students
Work-StudyAvailable (Student Assistant / HiWi positions)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, State Examination, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$56,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional ties with BMW, Continental, and Siemens in Bavaria
Industry Connections
Excellent connections within the BioPark and IT-Speicher clusters
Notable Alumni
Pope Benedict XVI (Former Faculty), Armin Laschet, May Ayim
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Studentenwerk Regensburg dormitories)
Sports Facilities
Comprehensive University Sports Center (Swimming pool, Track, Fitness centers)
Student Clubs
Over 100 cultural, political, and academic student organizations
Library Resources
University Library of Regensburg (including a prominent botanical collection)
Exchange Programs
ERASMUS+, Global partnerships (e.g., USA, Japan, Australia)
Summer Programs
International Summer School (German Language and Culture)