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- 42% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Multi-dimensional
Liberal
Internships4.2
Part time work4.1
Post study jobs4.1
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life4.6
Value for money4.8
Public transportation4.8
Safety4.8
Indian Food4
Permanent Immigration4.3
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Anonymous
MSc in Plant Sciences - Batch of 2021
4.8
The University of Bonn is a fantastic, multi-cultural experience
Tips: Education in state Universities in Germany is generally "free", with a token fee of around 500 euros per semester which covers all your transportation cost in the form of a student semester ticket. This remains the case in the state of NRW. I'm incredible satisfied with the University and as such I stayed on for 5 additional years to complete a position as a researcher and subsequently my doctorate.
Likes (Indian Food): There's loads of Indian restaurants across Bonn and the options for food, vegetarian or otherwise, are excellent. Cost for food has ballooned since the numerous crises that have dotted the globe since 2018, and the best option is to cook for oneself. Personally, I prefer a mix of cooking for myself and eating outside as this provides a fairly decent balance in managing other, extra-curricular activities.
Dislikes (Student Life): The University of Bonn is unique in the sense that there's no campus per se, it's a university town. University buildings and institutes are spread across the entirety of central Bonn, intermingled with residential complexes. The schedule is flexible and one may enjoy classes in the morning, followed by a day-job right after culminating in some evening activities organized by different clubs, too.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 500
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 30000
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Anonymous
MSc in Astrophysics - Batch of 2020
5.0
Things to know before joining the University of Bonn
Tips: Look, the University of Bonn is a legit powerhouse—it's part of Germany's Excellence Strategy, so the research funding here is massive. That also means the academics are pretty brutal. The courses are demanding, and you're expected to do a ton of independent studying on your own rather than having your hand held. If you're coming for a Master's, you'll find plenty of English-taught programs, but for Bachelor's degrees, you absolutely have to be fluent in German.
On the bright side, Bonn is way more affordable than places like Munich or Frankfurt, though hunting for an apartment is still a massive headache because the housing market is so competitive. The university also has huge ties to major research hubs like the Max Planck Society, which is a massive plus. Overall, I’d absolutely recommend studying here. The campus vibe is incredibly global, and the student life around town is always buzzing.
Likes (Value for money): Honestly, rating Bonn high for value for money was a no-brainer. Compared to the absolute joke of tuition fees you have to pay in the US or UK, Germany’s public uni system is a total steal. You aren't paying a single cent in actual tuition here. You just shell out a small semester fee twice a year, which is honestly nothing when you look at the world-class education you’re getting back.
The best part is that your semester fee covers the NRW ticket, meaning you get completely free, unlimited public transit across the whole state. That saves you a massive amount of cash right there. Plus, when you mix in student discounts at the campus Mensa and random spots around town, day-to-day life gets way cheaper. Sure, trying to land a spot in the Studierendenwerk dorms is a brutal gamble, but if you get lucky, your rent drops to almost nothing. Getting a degree from a top-tier global research university while living in a great city like Bonn without drowning in debt? The return on investment is honestly crazy.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1750
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2019
3.7
Flexible course and nice place.
Tips: If you're heading to the University of Bonn, you seriously need to brush up on your math before you even pack your bags because the courses here are incredibly theoretical. Bonn doesn't hold your hand—their mathematics and economics departments are world-renowned, so they dive deep into heavy academic theory right from day one.
On top of the brutal coursework, you’ve got to start learning German the second you get a chance. Relying purely on English is a massive gamble, and speaking the local language completely changes the game when you're hunting for a job. The job market out here is fiercely competitive right now, so you need every advantage you can get. If you want to actually stand out to employers, pairing your degree with solid German skills and a strong grip on AI tools is pretty much your best ticket to landing a decent role.
Likes (Value for money): The fee is nominal as compared to some German universities. With the given tuition fee, you can roam around all of Germany in local trains and buses. There are also some student offers in cafes and museums when you show your semester ticket. Overall, it's quite cheap.
Dislikes (Internships): We have no compulsory internships, so I did not apply for any. You can still apply if you get any, but then you have to drop one semester. Another option is to do a master's thesis in a company, which can sometimes convert to a full-time job. Overall, it's quite flexible.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 4050
Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Life Science Informatics - Batch of 2022
4.6
Quite city and the buzz around research.
Tips: One of the biggest shifts for me was getting used to the level of study—the way they teach here really forces you to think for yourself and actually question things. On top of that, I suddenly had to start cooking for myself because getting food delivered is way too expensive and there aren't many options anyway. It definitely made me more independent, and surprisingly, it was actually a great way to bond and work with people from all over the place.
Likes (Student Life): Every day was the perfect balance between studying and the extra time I got to pursue my hobbies. Events like the welcome party, BBQ in summer, and Convocation ceremony are well organised and I enjoyed them. There were clubs like the sports club, games night, music and choir club, etc.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are multiple restaurants, however, the quality is not consistent. We have to travel to neighbouring cities like Cologne to get authentic Indian food. I prefer cooking myself, I see it as a therapy after a long day. It's cheaper if you make food at home.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MSc in Immunobiology: From Molecules to Integrative Systems - Batch of 2024
4.4
An experience that teaches beyond the classroom.
Tips: The most important thing is discipline- one needs to build that as you are in an independent situation and have to run every single thing yourself. So it's not just a masters course I am pursuing but life management skills too. To make it easy I built as many connections as possible and asked questions. I got thoroughly informed about the bureaucracy processes and learnt the language to adapt and make things smooth for myself. I did not avail any scholarships. I am quite satisfied with all of it.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The University of Bonn has a good set of faculty and administrators to help out the students. It also depends on the departments and their reputation. From my personal experience, the faculty was very patient and supportive, especially with the international students. In spite of that, I would suggest always searching the faculty and the staff and their reputation before deciding on taking up a course. Even if the course is top notch, the faculty could make it or break it for you. There's no such unique methodology in a classroom, but in a laboratory or a practical setting, there's freedom to actually experiments and come up with your own methodology. The teachers are quite welcoming of that usually and are interested in students' ideas and questions. In terms of nationality, I haven't seen much diversity so far. They've been mostly of German or European origin.
Dislikes (Part time work): Of course there are part-time or Werkstudent positions in labs, libraries and museums, but the competition is also quite high. So at least half of the students end up working in restaurants, cafu00e9s or warehouse- because these jobs generally don't have language requirements. The part time jobs are fairly manageable as lectures don't go on for the whole day, so one can schedule work according. And the employers are usually cooperative in case of a student employee. The average payout for part time 20 hours/week or a mini job 10 hours/week. The minimum wage is 13.9/hr. Plays enough to survive as a student but depends heavily on which city you reside in. In Bonn, it's a good pay whereas in Munich or Hamburg it's barely enough.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Life Science Informatics - Batch of 2026
4.0
Excellent faculty and a diverse environment.
Tips: I have more freedom, less judgment and safety for women helped me experience more good things like travelling both locally & internationally. You have to do everything alone, and everything takes time due to bureaucracy, which teaches independence, patience, and perseverance. Loneliness does hit hard, especially during festivals and the winter season, but that is common and natural for international students to experience. There are many ways to deal with it. I have become more confident and sure of myself after coming here. It's a completely different country with different societal norms, people, and culture. So yes, I did experience a cultural shift. People here are colder as compared to Indians. They are more reserved. One cannot make friends with them easily, especially not without learning the language. No scholarship. Very satisfied with all three. It has its ups and downs but I am happy.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Accessible via email. You cannot call their personal number. They are approachable to a certain extent. We have a lot of practical exercises that complement the theory very nicely. The assignments and exams are very application-oriented. They make you think, even though a lot of questions are theory-heavy too. It's a good balance. Not diverse. All my professors are German. But the class is very diverse. Half the students are usually from India.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Most are restaurants serving food like pizza, done, and burgers. There are other Asian restaurants, like Vietnamese and Thai. Indian restaurants are also there. But they are not as frequent as the Western ones. I prefer cooking food myself. It saves money. I do meal prep, which saves time and energy.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
The University of Bonn does not charge tuition fee (except the continuing education programs). But, there is a semester fee of EUR 363.07 applicable (Around INR 39k). While studying at Bonn University, the students have to pay the living expenses which could be around EUR 1,000 per month (Around INR
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Himanshi Shekhar
Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 weeks ago
Bonn University is a prestigious university in Germany and worldwide. It is a member of U15 association (German research intensive universities). In the Times Higher Education rankings, this university ranks among the Top 100 Universities in the world in 2027. On top of this, For Indian students, i
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Bhumika Kaur
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
It is moderately difficult to get into University of Bonn. The acceptance rate of the University stands at 36% for the international students. So, the Indian applicants need to work hard, build a complete application with good academic performance, strong LORs and co-curricular activities. For India
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Khushi Arora
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
University of Bonn is a very good option for Indian students for the following reasons-
It is Germany's 11 Universities of Excellence and only German University with 8 Clusters of Excellence.
Represents students from over 140 Countries, diverse community of students
It is very affordable because the Un
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Khushi Arora
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The University of Bonn does not offer a normal MBA but MSc courses that are similar to MBA. There are only 3 courses available for 2 years and zero tuition fee for International students.
The specializations are as follows:
- MSc. in Economics
- MEd. in Marketing and Consumption
- MEd. in Economics and Social
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Khushi Arora
Contributor-Level 10
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| University City | Bonn, Other - Germany, Germany |
| Size of city | Medium |
| Population of City | 3,22,125 |
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