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Freie Universität Berlin Admissions: Requirements, Application Deadlines & Fees

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Free University of Berlin Application Deadlines 2027

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Q:   How many intakes are there at Free University of Berlin?
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The Free University of Berlin follows a two-semester system which is Winter and Summer. The university has major application periods in both of these semesters.

Please note that most of FU Berlin courses are in line with the standard German university calendar. The FU Berlin admission deadlines generally open in mid-Jan for the Summer semester and mid-July for the Winter one.

Q:   What are the application deadlines for MSc courses at FU Berlin?
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FU Berlin provides 9 MSc courses for international students. The deadlines for the courses are based on if it is a restricted course admission or open admission. The deadlines are closed for the Winter Semester.

•            Summer Semester – Restricted Admission (Dec 2, 2026 –Jan 15, 2027)

   Unrestricted Admission (Dec 15, 2026 – Jan 15, 2027)

How to get into Free University of Berlin from India?

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Q:   How to get admission in Free University of Berlin?
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International students are required to apply for the FU Berlin courses via the Uni-Assist portal for UG and PG courses. Given below is how you can apply at this institution - 

  • Select the right application portal 
  • Create an account
  • Upload the documents 
  • Finish the application process within the deadline
Q:   How to apply at FU Berlin?
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For UG

You can apply to FU Berlin through the Uni-assist portal. Uni-assist takes three to four weeks to process your application and forward it to the university. Thus, the university advises students to apply well in advance. There is no interview involved, and you can track your application status through the Uni-assist only.

For PG

International students need to apply through the Uni-assist portal only. The process is similar to that of undergraduate admissions. No interview is required. For international students with an existing FU Berlin degree, the admission process can be done through its application portal. For more information on this, visit the university website and follow the given instructions.

Free University of Berlin Admission Requirements 2027

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Q:   What GPA do you need for Free University of Berlin?
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As an international student, the Free University of Berlin admission requirements are required to be met. For FU Berlin, you would need at least 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Its a little competitive to get admission here though. 

Along with a good GPA, the students shoudl have - 

  • A UG degree 
  • German language proficiency for UG courses 
  • English language proficiency 
  • An application at Uni-Assist 
Q:   What are English lang requirements for B.A Courses at FU Berlin?
A: 

Free University of Berlin offers around 71 courses in B.A for international students. English Lang requirement is one of the important part of the admission requirements.

English Language Test

Scores

IELTS

5.5 – 6.5

TOEFL

72 - 94

Cambridge English

B2/C2/C1

Q:   What GPA is required for MBA to get into FU Berlin?
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To get into MBA courses at Free University of Berlin, the students are required to get at least 2.5 – 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale. It is equivalent to 65% - 75%. FU Berlin has a provision of 9 MBA Courses for a time span of 2 years.

Free University of Berlin MS Admissions 2027

28 courses 1 year - 3 years
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  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE
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Q:   What are the MS ranking as per QS foe FU Berlin?
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Free University of Berlin offers around 28 MS Courses in different specializations for International students. The University is ranked at #92 in the world, #4 in Germany and #11 for its MS Courses as per Shiksha. The QS Rankings for MS courses as whole is #89

The table down below has QS Ranking for different MS Specializations:

Ranked by

2024

2025

2026

QS – Biological Sciences

85

80

89

QS – Pharmacy and Pharmacology

67

77

101

QS – Physics and Astronomy

113

113

124

QS - Mathematics

130

151

125

QS – Engineering & Technology

288

292

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Q:   Is MS expensive at FU Berlin?
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The Free University of Berlin offers 28 MS Courses for a duration of 1 – 3 years with a tuition fee of INR 0 – 5 L. There are many fee components to consider while studying in foreign land-

·       Accommodation

·       Health Insurance

·       Transportation

·       Miscellaneous

The fee breakdown is given below:

Fee Components

Amount

Tuition Fee

INR 0 – 5.39 L

Insurance

INR 1.21 L – 1.49 L

Transportation

INR 66 K

Others

INR 26.07 K – 10.24 L

Total Fee

INR 2.13 L – 17.78 L

FU Berlin is very affordable for MS Courses.

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  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Internships3.4
Part time work3.8
Post study jobs3
Quality of faculty4.8
Student Life4.8
Value for money4.8
Public transportation4.2
Safety4.6
Indian Food3.8
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M.Sc. in Chemistry (In English & German) - Batch of 2026
4.2
Great university, if you know what you want out of it.
Tips: German universities seem very easy-going, and they are, as no one will tell you what to do. You have a set of tasks to be finished to attain the degree. NO one will nudge you to do your tasks, you have to do it yourself, and that is the main risk of spiralling down. The examinations are brutally difficult. Don't let the multiple attempts available for exams fool you. Every subsequent exam gets harder, clear it on the first attempt, don't keep it for the last. I did not avail any scholarships, tuition is very cheap (around 350 euros a semester, including the price for public transport throughout Germany). I am satisfied with the university as it has made me understand that nothing will be done to help you. Help is given to those who seek it, and if you need something, you have to go out of your way to achieve it. The university staff and students are extremely friendly towards international students, and it is an extremely safe environment. However, if you don't initiate connections, you can get lonely fast, so gotta work on your social skills to survive the brutal winters.
Likes (Indian Food): I prefer cooking myself. Berlin is an extremely vibrant city with people from all ethnicities in the world, including a significantly large Indian population. Food has been getting relatively expensive outside, compared to the prices from 4 years ago, and hence I prepare it myself.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The University is not directly responsible for landing you jobs, and getting a job is tough in the current state. The university does provide services in terms of career counselling and application reviews. The internships and master's thesis do add to a big chunk of your work experience, but in the end you must work to get work after your studies. The competition is brutal, and you are on your own. Learn German, the university provides courses, and try to enrol right from the first semester.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300
Prepping time for classes7 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48050
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Master of Arts in Global History - Batch of 2021
4.4
The faculty was exceptional very knowledgeable and also very kind and approachable.
Tips: Take full advantage of the clubs, student help centres, language classes etc, to help you assimilate. There is a lot of support available. There are scholarships, student jobs available as well but you need to keep an eye out for postings and deadlines. I was very satisfied with the university and my course and I 100% recommend it.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty was exceptional very knowledgeable and also very kind and approachable. It took a while for me to get used to the seminar format and begin to engage in classes coming from the Indian system but the teachers were very encouraging. They came from different countries and had expertise in many different areas.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Many jobs require a higher fluency in German and there is a lot of competition for the few jobs available for English speakers. Also most places prefer EU residents over non-residents to avoid the visa issue. I would recommend starting to apply early and to many places.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 600
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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M.Sc. in Mathematics (In English & German) - Batch of 2026
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Learning curve and the education system.
Tips: If you are coming for a Masters in mathematics, be ready to grind as you have never before. It will take some time to get used to the education system. You will be putting blood, sweat and tears and still failing. The learning curve is pretty steep; just strap yourself in and make the best of use of the facilities that the university has. Get over your impostor syndrome and ask for help, because when you do, they will always comply.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2026
4.1
Strong academics and a vibrant campus.
Tips: The weekly assignments are taken seriously and demand more effort, rather than preparing for the final exam, which was easier. The professors are very helpful. Attending lectures is mandatory for most courses. There are different types of lectures to choose from. 10 credit ones require much effort with two lectures and one practical session per week, usually, whereas 5 credit subjects will usually be one lecture per week. You can also take up courses at TU and HU and get the credit transferred.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
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Bachelor of Science in Biology with Teacher Training (In German) - Batch of 2023
5.0
Reliable and academic oriented study place.
Tips: I learned many new things after coming here. There are many scholarship options. One should thoroughly go through the university's website. The class discussions are very interactive and the library is well-stocked with a wide variety of books. The student groups are very helpful, and the faculty is supportive. There are different clubs for different departments, and the new students are always supported by the older students, who come from all over the world. I am very satisfied that I adapt very easily since Berlin is a metropolitan city, and it is not difficult here to get support in any aspect.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55500
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M.Sc. in Chemistry (In English & German) - Batch of 2026
3.9
Good with every penny and efforts.
Tips: A lot of cultural shocks and now shifts are realised. I felt I am more organised in every aspect of life, foresighted, better communication with peers, logical reasoning and critical thinking. No scholarship availed. Very satisfied with the course and the university. It is not at all stressful. Curriculum prepares for job stress. The way you search for mandatory internships is like applying for jobs.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Very accessible and friendly faculty. Unique methodology is mandatory, two internships in two different domains that give us hands on experience on real research problems and even as a student, your feedback is considered valuable. Not much diverse, but we do have Indian, Iranian, Israeli, Russian and Chinese professors apart from German professors.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food is not tasty in Berlin. Most of the time I cook by myself. Options for lunch when you are in university are around read types and pastas, pizza, noodles, and sausages. The university canteen has German food options which I personally don't enjoy fully, but they are pretty cheap as a student to eat daily.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes11 hours/Week
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Free University of Berlin Admissions FAQs 2027

Q:   How can I practice Speaking section of IELTS?
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By using correct vocabulary and right pronunciation IELTS speaking become easy to learn. Speaking in IELTS exam is the most scoring section you can learn more about  IELTS Speaking and attain the desired marks.

Q:   Is there any application fees for FU Berlin?
A: 

Students applying to undergraduate courses at FU Berlin through the Uniassist need to pay a non-refundable amount of EUR 75. For the first desired course of study, the application fee is EUR 75 through Uniassist, and for each additional course, it is an extra EUR 30. International graduate applicants need to apply through the Uniassist as well. Thus, the application fee is the same as for UG – EUR 75 (non-refundable).

Q:   Is it hard to get into the Free University of Berlin?
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According to unofficial sources, the Free University of Berlin acceptance rate, is 15%, which shows the university is quite competitive in terms of admissions. 

International applicants are required to meet the admission requirements like - 

  • A recognised entrance qualification
  • Language tests like German C1 for some courses 
  • English language proficiency exam for English-taught programs
  • Really good academic scores 
  • Academic credits (at least 180 ECTS) etc.
Q:   Is free University of Berlin free for international students?
A: 

Yes, the Free University of Berlin is free for all international students. For all  UG courses at this institution, the tuition is zero but for some postgraduate courses, the students might have to pay upto INR 9.73 L. Look at the table given below for UG and PG fee - 

Course levelAnnual Tuition Fee in INR
UG
INR 0
PG
INR 0 - 9.73 L
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No knowledge of German language is required for admission to the English taughtt courses at Free University of Berlin. Over 25 courses are taught in English at this university. Only 1 UG course is taught in English and rest of the courses are taught in English. 

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What is the Free University of Berlin annual tuition fee?

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As per the official website of the Free University of Berlin, Indian students are not required to pay any tuition to study here.

It is applicable for both levels. However, a mandatory semester fee of about EUR 376.80 (around 42 k) is required to be paid here. 

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Is the Free University of Berlin actually free for international students?

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Yes, the Free University of Berlin is actually free for all international students, including Indians. It is a public university in Germany, and it charges zero tuition.

However, it is not 100% free Indian students have to pay a mandatory semester fee which is around EUR 376.80 (around 42 k). 

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What is restricted admission?

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Restricted admission means that the University has kept some limited seats for certain programs because the number of applications received are way more than the seats available, so the University tends to restrict admission. It is also known as Numerus Clausus in Germany.

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