Master of Science in Data Science 

at RWTH Aachen, Aachen

To get admission, international students will be required to meet the RWTH Aachen University requirements. These requirements vary based on course and the level of study but they are largely similar. The admission requirements for international students are given below -

Bachelor’s

• In order to take admission to bachelor’s courses, the applicants first need authorization to attend the university. This is also called as an university entrance qualification certificate or HZB. As a rule, this HZB can be acquired by successfully completing secondary education, or, in other words, by graduating from a secondary school
• The overall grade of HZB should be at least equivalent to the German grade of 2.5
• The level of secondary education varies from country to country, and it may be that the applicants’ school leaving certificate does not entitle them to attend a German university. In such a case, the applicants have two options: either to first study several semesters in their home country or attend a preparatory college in Germany
• Proof of German (C1 level) and English language skills (B2 level) – As applicable

Master’s

• To study a master’s level course at RWTH Aachen University, the applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or a first-degree
• Language requirement

According to various unofficial sources, RWTH Aachen University acceptance rate is only 33%. Because of its acceptance rate, RWTH Aachen University is one of the most difficult universities to get into.

So, to take admission to RWTH Aachen University, make sure to have a strong academic record. Besides this, all the eligibility and application requirements should be met. Given below are the RWTH Aachen admission requirements - 

• An HZB with a grade of 2.5 on a German scale
• Proof of German (C1 level) and English language skills (B2 level) – As applicable
• Academic transcripts
• A bachelors degree for the masters program. 

No, RWTH Aachen University doesn't have any tuition fees for Indian students except Executive MBA/PGDM. The RWTH Aachen MBA fees is around INR 35 L for first-year. According to the RWTH Aachen University ratings, the university gets a 4.0 ratings out of 5.0 for Value for money.

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The RWTH Aachen University and Technical University Berlin both are some of the top ranked universities in the world. Top ranking authorities that are listed below rank both the universities:

In QS rankings 2026 TU Munich ranks at #22 whereas RWTH Aachen is placed at #105. This ranking would mean this TUM is a much better university than RWTH Achen. Here is a comparison of these two universities: 

The Technical University of Munich and RWTH Aachen University are some of the top universities in Germany. As per US New & World Report the Technical University of Munich is ranks at #82 under the category of “Best Global Universities 2025”. Whereas, the RWTH Aachen University ranks at #218 under the “Best Global Universities 2025”. Students can check the table below for Technical University of Munich and RWTH Aachen University ranking over the past years:

According to Glassdoor.com, the average base salary of this university's graduates is €27,000 per year (Around INR 24 lakh). The salary range of RWTH Aachen University graduate students is €6,000 – €29,000 per year (Around INR 5.4 Lacs – INR 26.2 lakh). The Career Services for Internationals Team at this university are dedicated to helping international students and graduates realize their career objectives. As a result, the university offers tailored career advice, engaging workshops, and valuable networking opportunities.

According to the QS World Rankings 2026, RWTH Aachen University has a ranking of #105 which is a decline from its last years ranking as that stood at #99. Some of the other world rankings of the university are given as follows:

RWTH Aachen University is one of the top ranked universities in the Germany. RWTH Aachen University annual tuition fee for UG programs is around INR 39.92 L. The university annual tuition fee for PG programme is INR 39.92 L. Check RWTH Aachen University top programme fees with duration & eligibility is listed below:

RWTH Aachen University has no application fee for Foreign applicants. The students can apply without the fee and submit the required documents for admission on the university website portal. The docs mainly include their academic transcripts, official academic records, english language scores and copy of passport.