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University of Bonn Ranking
University of Bonn Course Ranking
University of Bonn US News & World Report Ranking 2025
University of Bonn QS Ranking 2026
University of Bonn THE (Times Higher Education Rankings) 2026
University of Bonn ARWU (Shanghai Rankings) 2025
University of Bonn Student Reviews

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University of Bonn Ranking

University of Bonn is one of the top-ranked and most sought-after universities among international students. With prime focus on offering high-quality education to a diverse student community, University of Bonn holds global and national ranks provided by some of the top ranking bodies globally.

As per Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025, the university is ranked globally at #106 and #6, among universities in Germany. Shiksha Popularity Ranking is a unique ranking system that collects different rankings the university holds from leading publishers globally and aggregates it to allows Indian students to evaluate a university and make a guided decision.

According to QS 2026, University of Bonn has been globally ranked at #207 in 2026. Additionally, the university is also ranked by THE (Times Higher Education) globally in 2026.

Below are the rankings of the University of Bonn by different leading ranking bodies-

Ranking Body	2023	2024	2025	2026
QS	Not Ranked	239	227	207
THE	89	91	89	92
US News	138	157	164	Not Ranked

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University of Bonn Course Ranking

In University of Bonn subject ranking 2025, many of the university courses are ranked among the top in the world. These courses, available in streams like Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences and Science, are also highly popular among international students. The Shiksha Popularity World Ranking has ranked University of Bonn Engineering courses at #467 in 2025. This course was ranked at #416 in 2024. On the other hand, the QS ranks these courses at #451 for the Engineering and Technology courses, showing remained unchanged trend from 2024 rank of #451.

University’s Business & Management Studies courses are also ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking, at #334. Interestingly, these courses have also been recognized by THE from past few years. In 2025, these courses have been ranked by THE at #69, showing declined trend from its 2024 rank of #53.

According to Shiksha Popularity Rankings 2025, here’s a quick look at how some most popular courses rank, take a look -

Course Category	2023	2024	2025
Engineering	#397	#416	#467
Business & Management Studies	#293	#243	#334
Law	#200	#380	#245
Medicine & Health Sciences	#104	#130	#145
Science	#46	#67	#77

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University of Bonn US News & World Report Ranking 2025

As per the US World and News rankings 2025, the University of Bonn ranks as one of the top universities around the world and also in Germany. In the Global Universities ranking category, this institution ranks #164.

It’s ranking for the year 2024 was #157 and in 2023 it was #138. Seeing this trend, the University of Bonn rankings are declining over the years. Students can check the table below for Bonn Germany US News & World Report Rankings over the years:

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Global Universities	138	157	164

University of Bonn vs Other Universities: US News & World Report Comparison

As per the table given below for the US World and News rankings, the University of Bonn ranks the last among the universities mentioned in the table. The best ranked university is the Humboldt University of Berlin at #47 and it also has been improving over the years. Heidelberg Universityand the Free University of Berlin are ranked similarly in US World and News ranking 2025.

Look at the table given below -

University Name	US News Ranking 2023	US News Ranking 2024	US News National University Ranking 2025
University of Bonn	138	157	164
Humboldt University of Berlin	61	48	47
Heidelberg University	57	55	59
Free University of Berlin	87	66	59

There are many factors considered under the US World and News rankings, when deciding the rankings of top universities out of the 250 universities available here. Some very important factors considered by the US News are graduation rates, graduation performance rates, college graduate salaries, borrower debt, peer assessment, financial resources per student, faculty salaries, standardized tests, and more.

Students can check the table below for some crucial ranking criteria of US News along with the weightage they consider while determining rankings of the University of Bonn:

University of Bonn Ranking Criteria (US News)	Weightage
Average 6-year graduation rate	16%
6-year graduation rate of students who received a Pell Grant	5.5%
6-year graduation rate of students who did not receive a Pell Grant	5.5%
Average first-year student retention rate	5%
Over performance (+)/Underperformance(-)	10%
Median federal loan debt for grad borrowers	5%
College grads earning more than an HS grad	5%
Student-Faculty Ratio	3%
Faculty salaries rank	6%
Percent of faculty who are full-time	2%
Financial Resources	8%
Student Excellence	5%

University of Bonn QS Ranking 2026

In the education world, the QS rankings are very well known for its accurate and comprehensive rankings. This ranking body ranks over 1,418 institutions in 100 different locations. The criteria which is used is the Academic reputation, employer reputation, internationalization along with other factors.

As per the QS Global rankings, University of Bonn ranks at #207 in the year 2026. This is an improvement from its previous year’s ranking of #227. These Bonn University rankings are getting better

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
Europe	77	77	– / –
World University	239	227	207
Biological Sciences	105	99	– / –
Engineering and Technology	451	451	– / –
Law and Legal Studies	201	201	– / –
Mathematics	41	57	– / –
Medicine	180	186	– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology	101	101	– / –
Physics and Astronomy	151	151	– / –
Sociology	301	301	– / –

University of Bonn vs Other Universities: QS World Comparison

According to the comparison of rankings given below (by QS), the University of Bonn ranks at #207 which is improving since the year 2026. And the same case can be observed with Humboldt University of Berlin, Heidelberg University and the Free University of Berlin.

Out of all the university rankings given in the table below, Heidelberg University ranks the best at #80 in the QS World Rankings 2026. University of Bonn ranks much further than all the universities given below.

Look at the QS rankings comparison of the similarly ranked universities in the table given below -

University Name	QS World 2024	QS World 2025	QS World 2026
University of Bonn	239	227	207
Humboldt University of Berlin	120	126	`130
Heidelberg University	87	84	80
Free University of Berlin	98	97	88

The QS Ranking body releases a yearly report that uses a methodology that takes factors like academic reputation, employer reputation, research influence, and international presence into account.

Other than the factors given earlier, more factors are considered along with the basics by QS for University of Bonn which includes the faculty-student ratio, employer reputation, Employer outcomes, academic reputation, and more. Heidelberg gets an overall score of 54.9 out of 100 in the QS World rankings 2026.

International applicants can also go through the QS ranking criteria with weightage while providing rankings to University of Bonn below -

University of Bonn QS Ranking Criteria	Weight out of 100
Overall	54.9
Academic Reputation	67.7
Citations per Faculty	24.9
Employment Outcomes	50
Employer Reputation	35.5
Faculty Student Ratio	76.5
International Faculty Ratio	51.4
International Research Network	96.2
International Student Ratio	56.4
Sustainability	86.4
International Student Diversity	60.6

Also Check: QS World University Ranking Methodology

University of Bonn THE (Times Higher Education Rankings) 2026

A very well-known ranking body, Times Higher Education, considers many important factors when releasing the University of Bonn rankings. The important factors like impact rankings, world reputation rankings, Asia University rankings, emerging economies university rankings along with others.

As far as the University of Bonn rankings go, for the year 2026, this institution ranked at #92, which is a slight decline of 3 spots from #89 in 2025. The rankings for this university can be seen fluctuati

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
University	91	89	92
Arts and Humanities	151	151	176
Law	– / –	95	126
Life Sciences	86	95	101
Medicine and Health	151	151	151
PG Business and Economics	53	69	73
PG Computer Science	95	95	101
Psychology	201	301	251

University of Bonn vs Other Universities: THE (Times Higher Education) Comparison

As per the rankings comparison given below, according to Times Higher Education (THE 2026), the University of Bonn ranks at #92, which is a decline by a few spots. This trend is similar to all the universities in the table. Based on THE, Heidelberg University ranks the best despite low rank.

Look at the table of comparison given below-

University Name	THE Rankings 2024	THE Rankings 2025	THE Rankings 2026
University of Bonn	91	89	92
Humboldt University of Berlin	87	84	89
Heidelberg University	47	47	49
Free University of Berlin	102	104	113

Times Higher Education (THE) has a lot of factors when deciding the rankings of top universities. Some of the most important factors THE considers are teaching, research environment, research quality, international outlook, and industry. The overall score this university got in Times Higher Education rankings in the year 2026 was 66.7 out of 100.

Students can check the table below for the ranking criteria of THE along with the weightage they consider while determining rankings of the University of Bonn:

University of Bonn Ranking Criteria (THE)	Weightage (Out of 100)
Overall	66.7
Teaching	51.5
Research environment	56.6
Research quality	88.5
International outlook	71.8
Industry	78.7

University of Bonn ARWU (Shanghai Rankings) 2025

Academic Ranking of World University or Shanghai Rankings which is also known as ARWU is one of the top publishers of world university rankings. It provides various rankings, such as world rankings, broad subject field rankings, and specific subject rankings.

As per the University of Bonn ARWU rankings the university is ranked at #68 which is a decline of 7 spots from #61 in 2024. These rankings are fluctuating. Along with the university rankings, the University of Bonn courses like Mathematics

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Universities	67	61	68
Mathematics	23	38	26
Physics	76	101	101

University of Bonn vs Other Universities: ARWU (Shanghai Rankings) Comparison

Out of the two universities mentioned in the table below, the University of Bonn ranks lower than Heidelberg University. However, both of these universities have a declining rank trend as per the Shanghai rankings.

Look at the comparison table given below -

University Name	ARWU Rankings 2023	ARWU Rankings 2024	ARWU Rankings 2025
University of Bonn	67	61	68
Heidelberg University	-	50	51

ARWU rankings consider a lot of factors when deciding the rankings of top universities. Important factors considered by Shanghai Rankings are given below -

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Research output
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Master of Science in Life Science Informatics - Batch of 2027

Growing, learning, and finding my place.

Tips: Students should know that the college is academically strong and the workload can get intense, so time management really matters. When I first came here, the transition was smooth but there was definitely a cultural shift. People are very independent, straightforward, and everyone minds their own space. It took me a bit to adjust but eventually I learned to handle things on my own and became more confident. I didn't get any scholarships personally, though the university does offer options depending on your profile. I'm quite satisfied with my university, my course, and the country. The environment feels safe, the teaching quality is good, and the course matches what I wanted for my career.

Dislikes (Part time work): The student life here is genuinely enjoyable and balanced. My days usually start with classes followed by group study sessions, small campus hangout or grabbing coffee with friends. What I enjoy the most is how lively yet peaceful the campus feels. The college regularly organizes cultural events, academic talks, sports days, and small community meetups. I don't attend everything, but I join the ones that interest me. There are also many student clubs, cultural clubs, research groups, sports teams international student communities so it's easy to find something you vibe with and feel included.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Plant Sciences - Batch of 2025

4.5

The Masters program experience at the University of Bonn was great.

Tips: Going abroad really made me more independent and I got better at work. The academics were awesome. Since it was a research-focused course with lots of options it helped me get the skills I needed in my field. The city and people were super welcoming and friendly.

Likes (Part time work): I have been working as a student assistant in one of the working groups at my University. As per my knowledge the minimum wage now is nearly 14 euros per hour, in institutes. It depends on the available vacancy and definitely the professor's impression of you, whether you manage to get it or not. The work was really flexible. I have no personal experience regarding off-campus part-time jobs. However, I have heard that knowing the language probably the A2 level is really important in fetching them.

Dislikes (Indian Food): The Indian restaurants are not as authentic as how they are in India. In addition, food is really costly with a minimum of 12 euros. You can find Korean, Pakistani and Arabic Restaurants too apart from German. I prefer cooking by myself. However if it is difficult due to the curriculum, I would opt for the University canteen which is amazing.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025Read more

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MSc in Astrophysics - Batch of 2027

3.7

Inside MSc Astrophysics at Bonn.

Tips: There is an option to get scholarships under the BCGS framework but it is extremely competitive. The transition from an Indian system of education to the German one is significantly tougher than I had initially presumed. The course structure is awfully hard and the pace can sometimes overwhelm students. But it's an absolute goldmine for those who love this subject.

Likes (Student Life): A lot of student organizations regularly meet at different events and parties. They make sure you feel included. Lots of Beer, free pizzas and barbecue parties, board games, sports and politics are all very common here. You will never feel bored but you may feel overwhelmed.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food restaurants usually make Indian food in a 'western style'. Authentic Indian food is costly and rare. A solid community of Indian workers means that sometimes you could ask for 'Indian Style' food items and they may provide you with one that tastes just like back at home.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 500

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Life Science Informatics - Batch of 2026

4.5

New beginnings and beautiful rewards.

Tips: It can be stressful at the start but that's all, since it's new and you'll have to adjust. You might notice a lot of new cultures, behaviour and ways of living but it's all worth the experience. With time everything settles and you'll start enjoying the beauty, calm and company you form along the way.

Likes (Safety): It's pretty safe no matter where you are in the city and on campus. Apart from regular campus security, there are well lit walkways, safe during the evening too, emergency contact points and a quick response safety team that's always available. Walking back home alone has always felt comfortable.

Dislikes (Public transportation): The public transportation here is very manageable but not exceptional. The campus is connected to the main parts of the city through buses and trams but the frequency can be inconsistent at certain times and mostly on the weekends. The system is safe delays could be expected at any time of the day.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 560

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025Read more

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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2026

4.3

Challenges, changes, and growth in Germany.

Tips: There will definitely be cultural shocks, including civic sense, food ethics, traffic rules, language barriers, night life, time management, independence, individualistic life choices, personal space and code of conduct. Rules to abide by, waste management. One has to be strong, confident, and ready to accept to lot of new changes in the structure of their life to be able to live a happy life in Germany. But there is a lot to learn and in the long run it gives a better shape to your personal as well as professional life. I didn't avail any scholarship. It required me to have a certain level of German proficiency. The level of my university is good, so it pushes me to put more effort. In that sense, I am happy with my experience.

Likes (Indian Food): There are plenty of options available around which include both South and North Indian cuisines. There are many Indian stores from where you can buy Indian groceries and cook them at home. So you get both options of cooking at home as well as eating out.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Post study job situation has plummeted after the economic recession hit Germany. I do not have any exact figure of how many companies sponsor visas and the salary packages vary a lot, city to city and company to company, according to your domain but overall the market has definitely tightened.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Life Science Informatics - Batch of 2026

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

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025Read more

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The University of Bonn is among the top choice of international students in Germany. Bonn University is known for the following-

It is among the leading German university that is known for its excellent academic programs.
The university top research in Economics, Philosophy, Mathematics, etc. attracts

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Is an health insurance mandatory for Indian students in Germany? How much does it cost?

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Yes, a health insurance is mandatory for Indian students planning to study in Germany. The health insurance helps cover for doctor visits, emergency care, and hospital treatments. A public health insurance is usually more affordable. A public healthcare plan costs between EUR 120 and EUR 150 or INR

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University of Bonn is among the top choice of international students to pursue MBA program. Bonn University provide MBA programme for the duration of 18 months. Bonn University provide 200+ programs for its students at UG and PG level.

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How many programme does University of Bonn offer?

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University of Bonn is regarded for providin variety of programs at UG and PG levels for its international students. University of Bonn provides 200+ degree programs across various specializations such as Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Law, Economics, Medicine, and Theology, etc.

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How can Indian students find a part-time job in Germany?

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There are many ways Indian students can find part-time work in Germany. Some popular ways are mentioned below.

Check in at the university career centers. They have access to job listings that are reserved exclusively for university students. Since there are less number of applications, this means bet

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