IU International University of Applied Sciences

Students can apply for IU Applied Sciences scholarships directly via the official university website (iu.de). The university offers several monthly scholarships and applications for the same can be submitted by the end of the month to considered for that month.

IU Applied Sciences Germany informs students of the acceptance or rejection of their scholarship application, approximately 2 weeks after the end of the application month.

FHM is better for students interested in:

• business and technology programs for small and medium-sized enterprises (the Mittelstand)
• Smaller class sizes
• better networking opportunities into German mid-sized businesses
• Better chances of a German student visa

IU Applied Sciences Germany is ideal for students seeking:

• studies at the largest private university in Germany (more than 130,000 students enrolled)
• more English-taught programs (200+ compared to FHM's 9)

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The IU International University of Applied Sciences QS Ranking 2026 is #701 in Europe. Apart from QS, Shiksha ranks it among the top 100 universities in Germany (#84) and amonh the top 1000 universities in the world (#940).

Yes, IU International University of Applied Sciences offers late applications for Indian students. It is mainly because of its flexibility and the rolling admissions policy. 

There are no strict and traditional IU application deadlines for many of it programs at PG and UG levels.

Yes, there is a rolling admissions policy at IU Germany. This means students can easily apply at the university whenever they are ready to apply. The university will review the application accordingly based on their timeline.

For most of the programs intakes at the IU University Berlin take place in January, April, July and October.

It is recommended that the students apply early to be considered for the selection process.

IU International University of Applied Sciences is known for its flexibility. So, Indian students can get admission to this place with a 2.0 GPA. To have the best shot at IU, the students should follow the guidelines given below - 

• Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5+)
• Highlight relevant work experience 
• Have a strong motivation letter 

These factors can compensate for a low GPA. 

The no. of international students enrolled in 2025 is over 3,000 in the IU International's Berlin campus plus these international students hail from 160+ different countries of origin including India

To be able to study MBA at IU International, Indian students must provide the following test scores. Note that the test results shouldnt be older than two years.

• IELTS (at least 6.5 points)

• TOEFL (at least 90 points)

• Cambridge certificate (B2 First with min. score of 176)

The following are the MBA requirements for IU International:

• Bachelor's degree with a satisfactory or Grade C equivalent
• UG studies are equivalent to  240 ECTS credits for a 60-ECTS MBA/210 ECTS to begin a 90-ECTS MBA  
• One year of professional work experience
• 15 min online interview
• English language proficiency proof

Yes IUBH or International Business Hochschule had its name changed to IU International University of Applied Sceinces but its the same private German based universities with same core values and quality of education. Its the largest university in Germany.