Free University of Berlin

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.

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 - 

In Times Higher Education Rankings 2026, Free University of Berlin's ranking is #113. This university has been ranking among the Top 150 Universities worldwide since the last 5 years. A few of the subject rankings as per the 2025 rankings include: 

• Arts and Humanities: #29
• Social Sciences: #42
• Law: #70
• Life Sciences: #80

Berlin Brandenburg is the the largest regional airport. It is located in the south eastern part of Berlin. Most of the international long-distance flights land here. Students can also reach Berlin from all major European and German cities. Students can arrive at Berlin's central station. 

Free University of Berlin arrange accommodation for international exchange and programme students and international visiting scholars. But, international students of higher studies might have to arrange their own accommodation. The Studierendenwerk Berlin offers privately owned dorms. Students can find a private apartment. As per a source, the average rent in Berlin was €678 and the rent for a student housing can be around €311 - €491. 

Free Uni of Berlin is in the southwest of Berlin, in the garden district of Dahlem. In total, there are four campuses of Free University of Berlin, the Dahlem Campus, Lankwitz Campus, Duppel Campus, and Benjamin Franklin Campus. A number of institutes and departments are there at Dahlem Campus. On Lankwitz Campus, the Institute of Geological Sciences and the Institute of Geographical Sciences are there. 

Free University of Berlin various career services to international students. These are: 

• See an advisor: This university offers advice on internships and career entry. They can help students with the job search, application process and with the documents 
• Preparing for the career: Free Uni of Berlin offers workshops, presentations, and networking events  

There are more than 6,500 international students at FU Berlin. This university is a leading destination for international researchers. With LMU Munich, Free Uni of Berlin has been the most popular site for visiting scholars and scientists. This university also shares the top slot in Germany for the number of international doctorates. Also, 600 scholars and scientists from other countries come to FU Berlin each year to contribute to research and teaching activities. 

While studying at FU Berlin, students with a residence permit can work part-time for a maximum of 120 days or half 280 days per year. Some of the part-time jobs that are popular in Germany are: 

• Cashier
• Translator
• Writer
• Graphic Designer
• Social Media Manager

FU Berlin acceptance rate is around 15%. This acceptance rate suggests that this university is very selective at the time of admission. Indian students who want to take admission to this university should have a good academic background. For admission to UG courses, students are required to have a high school certificate and for PG courses must have a Bachelor's degree.