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Overview

Universität Hamburg (University of Hamburg) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Hamburg, Germany. Established in 1919, Universität Hamburg (UHH) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Behörde für Wissenschaft, Forschung, Gleichstellung und Bezirke, Hamburg. UHH provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 107-year-old German higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. UHH 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Hamburg's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Hamburg's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Hamburg' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Hamburg's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) University of Hamburg
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UHH
Founded 1919
Motto Der Forschung, der Lehre, der Bildung
To Research, to Teach, to Educate and Form
Colours Red and white
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Location

Address Mittelweg 177
Hamburg
20148 Hamburg
Germany
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University of Hamburg Phone Number (40) 42838-0
University of Hamburg Fax Number (40) 42838-6594
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Website

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University of Hamburg's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Hamburg is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Behörde für Wissenschaft, Forschung, Gleichstellung und Bezirke, Hamburg

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1919


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Government of Hamburg


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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 University of Hamburg 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

University of Hamburg Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Universität Hamburg: 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 Yes Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Hamburg Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Hamburg Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Hamburg 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 University of Hamburg.



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

Admissions

University of Hamburg Admission Info


University of Hamburg's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Hamburg's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Hamburg has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Hamburg '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


University of Hamburg's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Hamburg has more than 3600 international students.


University of Hamburg's Admission Office Admission Office

Rothenbaumchaussee 36
Hamburg 20146
(40) 42838 2353


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

Size and Profile

University of Hamburg Size and Profile


University of Hamburg's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


University of Hamburg's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Hamburg's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


University of Hamburg's Control Type Control Type

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


University of Hamburg's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Hamburg 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.


University of Hamburg's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Hamburg's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Hamburg 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.


University of Hamburg's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Hamburg is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Hamburg Facilities


University of Hamburg's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Hamburg's Library


University of Hamburg's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Hamburg's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Hamburg's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

University of Hamburg Services


University of Hamburg's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Hamburg's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Hamburg's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Hamburg's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Hamburg's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Hamburg Organisational Structure

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

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  • School of Law
  • School of Business, Economics and Social Sciences
  • School of Medicine
  • School of Education, Psychology and Human Movement
  • School of Humanities
  • School of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Hamburg Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universität Hamburg'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 University of Hamburg public or private?

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

Is University of Hamburg profit or non-profit?

University of Hamburg 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 University of Hamburg in terms of enrollment?

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

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

University of Hamburg's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is University of Hamburg a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Hamburg use?

University of Hamburg 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 University of Hamburg affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Hamburg admit international students?

Yes. University of Hamburg has more than 3600 international students.

What is University of Hamburg's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Hamburg 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Hamburg UHH?

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 University of Hamburg UHH located?

University of Hamburg is located in Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany. Address: Mittelweg 177.

Is University of Hamburg UHH accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Hamburg is accredited by Behörde für Wissenschaft, Forschung, Gleichstellung und Bezirke, Hamburg (since 1919).

Does University of Hamburg offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Hamburg have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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