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Johannes Gutenberg University Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
M.A.(96 courses)
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Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 43 - 79, IELTS
MS(35 courses)
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Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 72 - 79, IELTS: 5.5 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
B.A.(61 courses)
– / –Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL, IELTS
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Q:   What is the acceptance rate for Johannes Guttenberg University Mainz?
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A few of the unofficial sources have mentioned that JGU Mainz acceptance rate is between 28% - 35%. The acceptance rate justifies that the university is quite selective. So, to take admission here, the university must have a good academic record and meet all the eligibility requirements. The general entry requirements are having a school leaving certificate while taking admission to bachelor’s courses. For admission to master’s courses, the applicants should have a bachelor’s degree.

Q:   Does Johannes Guttenberg University accept international students?
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Yes, Johannes Guttenberg University Mainz accepts international students. The total student enrollment at the university is over 35,000. In the context of number of international applicants, about 4,200 international students from more than 130 countries are enrolled at JGU. In other words, international students at JGU constitute around 12% of the total student enrollment. A wide range of courses are also available to international students. Study areas at the university include Humanities, Social Sciences, Art, Natural Sciences, etc.

Q:   What language is required for Johannes Gutenberg University?
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For most of the programs of JGU, a German language proficiency certificate has to be submitted. In a few courses, English language proficiency test scores such as TOEFL are accepted. To prove German language proficiency, most degree programs require DSH 2 from foreign applicants. There are also alternative tests for DSH 2 such as TestDAF, etc. Do refer to the official website of the university to know which test score is acceptable.

Q:   What are the application deadlines for Johannes Gutenberg University?
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Admission intakes at JGU are Winter and Summer. The application deadlines vary as per the various categories such as selective courses, non-selective courses, UG / PG courses, etc. A few of the important JGU admission deadlines are given below:

Summer Semester

Particulars

Summer Sem Application Period

Selective consecutive (master’s programs) and PG programs

Oct 1, 2024 – Nov 15, 2024

Non - selective consecutive (master’s programs) and PG programs

Oct 1, 2024 – Mar 1, 2025

Consecutive (master’s degree programs) and PG degree programs with qualifying exam

Oct 1, 2024 – Nov 15, 2024

Selective UG programs

Early Dec 2024 – Jan 15, 2025

Degree programs with selective admission nationwide i.e. Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences;
Application

Early Dec 2024 – Jan 15, 2025

Non-selective UG programs

Early Dec 2024 – March 1, 2025

Winter Semester

Particulars

Winter Sem Application Period

Selective consecutive (master’s programs) and PG programs

Apr 1, 2024 – May 15, 2024

Non - selective consecutive (master’s programs) and PG programs

Apr 1, 2024 – Sep 1, 2024

Consecutive (master’s degree programs) and PG degree programs with qualifying exam

Apr 1, 2024 – May 15, 2024

Selective UG programs

Early Jun, 2024 – July 15, 2024

Degree programs with selective admission nationwide i.e. Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences;
Application

Early Jun, 2024 – July 15, 2024

Non-selective UG programs

Early Jun – Sep 1, 2024

Q:   What documents are required to apply to Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?
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A few of the documents required to apply to JGU Mainz are given below:

  • A copy of passport or identity card
  • Official certified copies of leaving certificates and degree certificates from the schools previously attended
  • Official certified degree certificates from previously attended universities
  • A complete CV
  • Official certified copies from Vocational training (if applicable)
  • Proof of German language proficiency
  • English language proficiency test score (as required by course)

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Johannes Gutenberg University Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   What is the ranking of Johannes Gutenberg University?
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In the Global Universities category ranking by U.S. News & World Report, JGU ranking is 241 in 2023. In the year 2022, the university was placed at #230 position. In short, it is one of the Top 500 universities globally. A few factors considered for this ranking are global research reputation, regional research reputation, publications, conferences, etc.

Q:   How much is the tuition fee at JGU Mainz?
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There is no JGU Mainz tuition fee for international applicants for a majority of the courses. However, there are terms and conditions for this such as students who are 60 years or older, want to pursue two degrees, and more. So, check the official website of the university to know the exact details. But, keeping aside the tuition fees, students are required to pay a semester fee and the summer semester fee for 2024 is Euro 357.46. This fee breakdown is given below:

Particulars

Fee

Semester ticket

€235.66

Studierendenwerk

€104

Tasks of the student body representative committee

€13.10

Student athletics committee

€1.60

Share for the ASta student aid fund

€1.55

Financial support for Mental Health Services for students

€ 1.55

 

Q:   What is the cost of living for Johannes Gutenberg University students?
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Students must do financial planning in order to live in Rhine – Main area. Rents and additional housing cost, food costs, and other expenses are higher than in other regions of Germany. In Mainz, the monthly rent for a corresponding room near the university is approximately EUR 320 - EUR 450. For 2021, students had ongoing costs of an average EUR 842.

Q:   Is there a tuition fee for Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?
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No, there is no tuition fee for Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz for international students. However, every student is required to pay a semester fee, which is, €357.46. This fee includes the components for student ticket, student athletics committee, student body representative committee, etc. A few points that students have to keep in mind are:

  • Students are required to pay the tuition fee, in addition to the semester fee if they start a second-degree programme after graduation or have already obtained a Master’s or Diploma programme or have completed a state examination programme and are now subsequently studying for a master’s degree
  • If students are 60 years of age or older

In the above cases, the JGU tuition fee is €700 per semester and degree program. Also, check the terms and requirements in case if students are studying for two degrees.  

Q:   What is the rank of Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz in QS ranking?
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In the QS rankings, JGU Mainz ranking is #464 in 2024. Whereas, in 2023, it was placed at #420. Though there is a decline in the university’s rankings, the university has still managed to maintain its position among the Top 500 Universities in the world. The university is evaluated on these parameters academic reputation, employer reputation, citations per faculty, international faculty ratio, etc.

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Yes, JGU offers scholarship opportunities to international students. These scholarships are: Master’s in Physics (Excellent Track), Scholarships for finalizing a degree with DAAD, and Deutschlandstipendium. Some of the details of these scholarships are listed below:

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To get into Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, the applicants are required to meet all the eligibility requirements. These are:

  • Master’s Degree: The applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in the relevant study field
  • Bachelor’s Degree: The applicants must have a school leaving certificate

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Given below are some of the popular alumni of Johannes Gutenberg University.

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Profession

Doris Ahnen

Politician

Walter Benz

Mathematician

Sonia Bacca

Physicist

Scott Rauland

Diplomat

Hans Grauert

Mathematician

Sabine Hark

Sociologist and Feminist

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The applicants can apply to JGU via the university’s application platform. The application process that has to be followed is:

  • Create an online application account and begin the recognition process of converting the foreign grades to the German grading system. The processing time for the recognition

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To get into the JGU MSc in Epidemiology course, the applicants are required to follow the below-given requirements:

  • A proof of bachelor’s degree from the areas of Natural Sciences / Health Sciences / Mathematics / Informatics / Social Sciences with a grade of 2.5
  • Good English language skills: TOEFL iB

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