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Overview

Philipps-Universität Marburg (Marburg University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Marburg, Hesse, Germany. Established in 1527, Philipps-Universität Marburg (PUM) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Hessisches Ministerium für Wissenschaft und Forschung, Kunst und Kultur. PUM 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 499-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. PUM also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Marburg University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Marburg University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Marburg University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Marburg University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Marburg University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym PUM
Founded 1527
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Location

Address Biegenstrasse 10
Marburg
35037 Hesse
Germany
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Marburg University Phone Number (6421) 28 20
Marburg University Fax Number (6421) 28 22500
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Marburg University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Marburg University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Hessisches Ministerium für Wissenschaft und Forschung, Kunst und Kultur

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1527


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Hessisches Ministerium für Wissenschaft und Kunst


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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 Marburg 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

Marburg University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Philipps-Universität Marburg: 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 Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Marburg University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Marburg University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Marburg 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 Marburg University.



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

Admissions

Marburg University Admission Info


Marburg University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Marburg University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Marburg 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


Marburg University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Marburg University's Admission Office Admission Office

Biegenstrasse 10
Marburg 35032
(6421) 28 22222


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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 Marburg University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Marburg University Size and Profile


Marburg University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Marburg University has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Marburg University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Marburg University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Marburg University's Control Type Control Type

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


Marburg University's Entity Type Entity Type

Marburg 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.


Marburg University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Marburg University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Marburg 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.


Marburg University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Marburg University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Marburg University Facilities


Marburg University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Marburg University's Library


Marburg University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Marburg University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Marburg University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

Marburg University Services


Marburg University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Marburg University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Marburg University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Marburg University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Marburg University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Marburg University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Marburg University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Philipps-Universität Marburg'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 Marburg University public or private?

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

Is Marburg University profit or non-profit?

Marburg 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 Marburg University in terms of enrollment?

Marburg University has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

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

Marburg University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is Marburg University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Marburg University use?

Marburg 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 Marburg University affiliated with?

None.

Does Marburg University admit international students?

Yes.

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

Marburg 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 Marburg University PUM?

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 Marburg University PUM located?

Marburg University is located in Marburg, Hesse, Germany. Address: Biegenstrasse 10.

Is Marburg University PUM accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Marburg University is accredited by Hessisches Ministerium für Wissenschaft und Forschung, Kunst und Kultur (since 1527).

Does Marburg University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Marburg University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Marburg University have a university library?

Yes

Does Marburg University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Marburg University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Marburg University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Marburg University offer career services?

Yes

Does Marburg University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Marburg University have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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