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Folkwang University of the Arts

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Overview

Folkwang Universität der Künste (Folkwang University of the Arts) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This institution also has branch campuses in Bochum, Duisburg and Dortmund. Established in 1927, Folkwang Universität der Künste is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen. This institution 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 99-year-old German higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. Folkwang Universität der Künste also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Folkwang University of the Arts's Control Typepublic

Entity

Folkwang University of the Arts's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Folkwang University of the Arts' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Folkwang University of the Arts's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Folkwang University of the Arts
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym
Founded 1927
Motto Musik, Theater, Tanz, Gestaltung, Wissenschaft
Music, Theatre, Dance, Design, Academic Studies
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Location

Address Klemensborn 39
Essen
45239 North Rhine-Westphalia
Germany
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Folkwang University of the Arts Phone Number (201) 49030
Folkwang University of the Arts Fax Number (201) 4903 288
Other locations Bochum, Duisburg and Dortmund

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Folkwang University of the Arts's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Folkwang University of the Arts is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1927


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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 Folkwang University of the Arts 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

Folkwang University of the Arts Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Folkwang University of the Arts 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 Folkwang University of the Arts's academic range and degree level offering.



Folkwang Universität der Künste: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Folkwang University of the Arts Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Folkwang University of the Arts Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Folkwang University of the Arts 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 Folkwang University of the Arts.



Folkwang University of the Arts: 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 Folkwang University of the Arts Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Folkwang University of the Arts website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Folkwang University of the Arts Admission Info


Folkwang University of the Arts's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Folkwang University of the Arts is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Folkwang University of the Arts has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Folkwang University of the Arts '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


Folkwang University of the Arts's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Folkwang University of the Arts's Admission Office Admission Office

Klemensborn
Essen 45239
(201) 4 90 30


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Size and Profile

Folkwang University of the Arts Size and Profile


Folkwang University of the Arts's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Folkwang University of the Arts has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Folkwang University of the Arts's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Control Type Control Type

Folkwang University of the Arts is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Entity Type Entity Type

Folkwang University of the Arts 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.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Folkwang University of the Arts's main campus setting is not reported.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Folkwang University of the Arts 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.


Folkwang University of the Arts's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Folkwang University of the Arts is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Folkwang University of the Arts Facilities


Folkwang University of the Arts's Library University Library

Yes Visit Folkwang University of the Arts's Library


Folkwang University of the Arts's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Folkwang University of the Arts's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Folkwang University of the Arts's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Folkwang University of the Arts Services


Folkwang University of the Arts's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Folkwang University of the Arts's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Folkwang University of the Arts's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Folkwang University of the Arts's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Folkwang University of the Arts's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Folkwang University of the Arts Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Folkwang University of the Arts Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Folkwang University of the Arts public or private?

Folkwang University of the Arts is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Folkwang University of the Arts profit or non-profit?

Folkwang University of the Arts 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 Folkwang University of the Arts in terms of enrollment?

Folkwang University of the Arts has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Folkwang University of the Arts in terms of academic staff?

Folkwang University of the Arts's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Folkwang University of the Arts a coeducational institution?

Folkwang University of the Arts is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Folkwang University of the Arts use?

Folkwang University of the Arts 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 Folkwang University of the Arts affiliated with?

None.

Does Folkwang University of the Arts admit international students?

Yes.

What is Folkwang University of the Arts's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Folkwang University of the Arts 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Folkwang University of the Arts ?

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 Folkwang University of the Arts located?

Folkwang University of the Arts is located in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Address: Klemensborn 39.

Is Folkwang University of the Arts accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Folkwang University of the Arts is accredited by Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen (since 1927).

Does Folkwang University of the Arts offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Folkwang University of the Arts offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Folkwang University of the Arts have a university library?

Yes

Does Folkwang University of the Arts provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Folkwang University of the Arts have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Folkwang University of the Arts offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Folkwang University of the Arts offer career services?

Not reported

Does Folkwang University of the Arts offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Folkwang University of the Arts have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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