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Freie Universität Berlin
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4.1/5
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  • 40% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Multi-dimensional
Liberal
Academically oriented
Friendly
Internships3.3
Part time work3.5
Post study jobs3.3
Quality of faculty4.8
Student Life4.8
Value for money5
Public transportation4.5
Safety4.5
Indian Food3.5
Permanent Immigration3.5
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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
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025Read more
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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
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025Read more
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M.Sc. in Mathematics (In English & German) - Batch of 2026
3.8
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
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026Read more
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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
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2024Read more
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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
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025Read more
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Is there any application fees for FU Berlin?

Answered 3 weeks ago

No, the Free University of Berlin does not charge a direct application fee for Indian students but to apply via the uni-assist portal, there is a processing fee of around EUR 75 (INR 8.2K).

And as the name suggests, the Free University of Berlin is actually free and there is no tuition fee but a seme

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Piyush Rastogi

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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 358 (INR 32.6K) is required to be paid here. 

This semester's fee is split into specific con

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Bhumika Vimal

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

Answered a month ago

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 329 (INR 35.6K).

Also, the liv

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Piyush Rastogi

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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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Khushi Arora

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Are International students charged any application charges while they are applying for FU Berlin University?

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Yes, there are application fee relying on the course level for International students while applying for FU Berlin University. The application fee for applying through uni-assist that is Free University of Berlin's application portal is EUR 75, that is roughly INR 8.29 k and this amount is non-refun

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Freie Universität Berlin
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Brümmerstr. 50
14195 Berlin
Berlin ( Other - Germany)

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