Quick Summary
Situated in Rostock, Germany, Universität Rostock is a public established in 1419. Ranked #791-800 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 12600 students including 14.2% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Medicine, Life Sciences, Electrical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the world's oldest universities with a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and proximity to the Baltic Sea.
Subject Strengths
MedicineLife SciencesElectrical EngineeringAgricultural Sciences
Founded1419
TypePublic
Total Students12600
Intl Students14.2%
Faculty Ratio15.8
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsUniversitätsmedizin Rostock
AccreditationGerman Accreditation Council (Systemakkreditierung)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#791-800
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
150
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited/Distance Learning available
Online Programs
Interdisciplinary Faculty (INF), Leibniz Institute for Catalysis, Fraunhofer IGD
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
German Accreditation Council (Systemakkreditierung)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
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 German language proficiency (DSH-2) for most programs; apply via Uni-Assist if international.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€10,800/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,400/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDAAD, Deutschlandstipendium, Friedrich Ebert Foundation
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidBAföG (for eligible domestic/EU students)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 150 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Philosophy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$54,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional partnerships in maritime technology and healthcare
Industry Connections
NordexAIDA CruisesBioCon ValleyFraunhofer Institutes
Notable Alumni
Tycho Brahe, Max Planck, Rudolf Steiner, Joachim Gauck, Fritz Reuter
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center (Hochschulsport Rostock), Water sports facilities
Student Clubs
STURA, Erasmus Student Network, University Orchestra, Debating Club
Library Resources
University Library Rostock (Multiple locations, founded 1569)
Exchange Programs
ERASMUS+, international bilateral agreements
Summer Programs
Rostock International Summer School (RISS)