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Bauhaus-University Weimar

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Overview

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar (Bauhaus-University Weimar) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Weimar, Thuringia, Germany. Established in 1860, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar (BUW) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Thüringer Ministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Kultur. BUW provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 166-year-old German higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. BUW also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Bauhaus-University Weimar's Control Typepublic

Entity

Bauhaus-University Weimar's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bauhaus-University Weimar' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Bauhaus-University Weimar's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Bauhaus-University Weimar
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym BUW
Founded 1860
Motto Einheit von Kunst und Technik
Unity of Art and Technology
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Location

Address Geschwister-Scholl-Strasse 8
Weimar
99423 Thuringia
Germany
Bauhaus-University Weimar's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Bauhaus-University Weimar Phone Number (3643) 58 11 12
Bauhaus-University Weimar Fax Number (3643) 58 11 20
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Website

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Bauhaus-University Weimar's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bauhaus-University Weimar is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Thüringer Ministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Kultur

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bauhaus-Universität Weimar's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Kultusministerium des Freistaates Thüringen
  • Accreditation, Certification and Quality Assurance Insitute (ACQUIN)
  • Central Evaluation and Accreditation Agency (ZEvA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Bauhaus-University Weimar as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Bauhaus-University Weimar Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Bauhaus-University Weimar is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bauhaus-University Weimar's academic range and degree level offering.



Bauhaus-Universität Weimar: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Bauhaus-University Weimar Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Bauhaus-University Weimar Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Bauhaus-University Weimar categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Bauhaus-University Weimar.



Bauhaus-University Weimar: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Bauhaus-University Weimar Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Bauhaus-University Weimar website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Bauhaus-University Weimar Admission Info


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Bauhaus-University Weimar is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Bauhaus-University Weimar has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bauhaus-University Weimar 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Bauhaus-University Weimar's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Admission Office Admission Office

Coudraystrasse 7
Weimar 99421
(3643) 58 23 68


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Size and Profile

Bauhaus-University Weimar Size and Profile


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bauhaus-University Weimar has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Bauhaus-University Weimar's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Control Type Control Type

Bauhaus-University Weimar is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Entity Type Entity Type

Bauhaus-University Weimar is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Bauhaus-University Weimar's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Bauhaus-University Weimar adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Bauhaus-University Weimar is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Bauhaus-University Weimar Facilities


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Library University Library

Yes Visit Bauhaus-University Weimar's Library


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Bauhaus-University Weimar's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Bauhaus-University Weimar's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Bauhaus-University Weimar's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Bauhaus-University Weimar Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Bauhaus-Universität Weimar consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
  • Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism
  • Faculty of Civil Engineering
  • Faculty of Art and Design
  • Faculty of Media

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Memberships and Affiliations

Bauhaus-University Weimar Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bauhaus-Universität Weimar's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bauhaus-University Weimar public or private?

Bauhaus-University Weimar is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Bauhaus-University Weimar profit or non-profit?

Bauhaus-University Weimar is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Bauhaus-University Weimar in terms of enrollment?

Bauhaus-University Weimar has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Bauhaus-University Weimar in terms of academic staff?

Bauhaus-University Weimar's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Bauhaus-University Weimar a coeducational institution?

Bauhaus-University Weimar is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Bauhaus-University Weimar use?

Bauhaus-University Weimar adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Bauhaus-University Weimar affiliated with?

None.

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar admit international students?

Yes.

What is Bauhaus-University Weimar's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Bauhaus-University Weimar 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Bauhaus-University Weimar BUW?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Bauhaus-University Weimar BUW located?

Bauhaus-University Weimar is located in Weimar, Thuringia, Germany. Address: Geschwister-Scholl-Strasse 8.

Is Bauhaus-University Weimar BUW accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Bauhaus-University Weimar is accredited by Thüringer Ministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Kultur (since 1992).

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar have a university library?

Yes

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar offer career services?

Not reported

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Bauhaus-University Weimar have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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