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Heidelberg University

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Overview

Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg (Heidelberg University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. This institution also has a branch campus in Mannheim. Founded in 1386, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kunst Baden-Württemberg. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 640-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. Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Heidelberg University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Heidelberg University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Heidelberg University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Heidelberg University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Heidelberg University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym
Founded 1386
Motto Semper Apertus
Always open
Colours Sandstone red and gold
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Location

Address Grabengasse 1
Heidelberg
69117 Baden-Wurttemberg
Germany
Heidelberg University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Heidelberg University Phone Number (6221) 540
Heidelberg University Fax Number (6221) 54 2618
Other locations Mannheim

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Website

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Heidelberg University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Heidelberg University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kunst Baden-Württemberg

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1386


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Ministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kunst Baden-Württemberg


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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 Heidelberg University 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

Heidelberg University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg: 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 Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Heidelberg University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Heidelberg University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Heidelberg University 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 Heidelberg University.



Heidelberg University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 Heidelberg University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Heidelberg University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Heidelberg University Admission Info


Heidelberg University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Heidelberg University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Heidelberg University '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


Heidelberg University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Heidelberg University's Admission Office Admission Office

Seminarstrasse 2
Heidelberg 69117
(6221) 545454


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Heidelberg University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Heidelberg University Size and Profile


Heidelberg University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Heidelberg University has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Heidelberg University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Heidelberg University has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.


Heidelberg University's Control Type Control Type

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


Heidelberg University's Entity Type Entity Type

Heidelberg University 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.


Heidelberg University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Heidelberg University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Heidelberg University 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.


Heidelberg University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Heidelberg University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Heidelberg University Facilities


Heidelberg University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Heidelberg University's Library


Heidelberg University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Heidelberg University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Heidelberg University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

Heidelberg University Services


Heidelberg University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Heidelberg University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Heidelberg University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Heidelberg University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Heidelberg University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Heidelberg University Organisational Structure

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

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  • Faculty of Biosciences
  • Faculty of Chemistry and Earth Sciences
  • Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Faculty of Physics and Astronomy
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • Faculty of Modern Languages
  • Faculty of Theology
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Behavioural and Cultural Studies
  • Medical Faculty Heidelberg
  • Medical Faculty Mannheim

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Memberships and Affiliations

Heidelberg University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • League of European Research Universities (LERU)
  • Coimbra Group
  • Hochschulrektorenkonferenz (HRK)
  • Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
  • German U15


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heidelberg University public or private?

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

Is Heidelberg University profit or non-profit?

Heidelberg University 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 Heidelberg University in terms of enrollment?

Heidelberg University has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Heidelberg University in terms of academic staff?

Heidelberg University has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.

Is Heidelberg University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Heidelberg University use?

Heidelberg University 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 Heidelberg University affiliated with?

None.

Does Heidelberg University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Heidelberg University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Heidelberg University '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 Heidelberg University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Heidelberg University located?

Heidelberg University is located in Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Address: Grabengasse 1.

Is Heidelberg University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Heidelberg University is accredited by Ministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kunst Baden-Württemberg (since 1386).

Does Heidelberg University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Heidelberg University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Heidelberg University have a university library?

Yes

Does Heidelberg University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Heidelberg University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Heidelberg University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Heidelberg University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Heidelberg University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Heidelberg University have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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