University of Passau

The University of Passau takes admission through uni-assist. Therefore, admission deadlines for Passau University are aligned with uni-assist. Generally, the university takes admission in two intakes; winter and summer semester. The applications for summer semester are over. However, international students can still apply for the winter semester. International students are advised to check the admission deadlines for their programme at the universtiy's website as the admission deadlines may vary. 

In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, the University of Passau has consistently been ranked among world's best 30 per cent of universities in 2026. In 2026, this university has been ranking at #601-800. Check below the University of Passau ranking as published by Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. 

The University of Passau is one of the finest institutions of higher education in Germany. Relatively it is one of the youngest universities in Germany. Passau University regularly scores highly in THE Rankings and the CHE Rankings for the German-speaking world, thus highlighting the strong performance and high quality of the University's research, teaching, and student experience. 

The actual cost of living in Germany for international students will vary depending on their lifestyle. For a rough estimate international students can check the cost of living in Passau breakdwon below. 

*EUR/INR = 90.08

The University of Passau does not offer any kind of accommodation or housing on campus. International students are supposed to find a place to stay all by themselves. There are many options for international students to stay off campus such as; shared residences, apartments, and dormitories. Generally, universities in Germany do not offer on campus accommodations for students including international students except in some extraordinary cases. 

International students are required to apply through the uni-assists for courses at the University of Passau. International students are required to pay an handling fees for applying through the uni-assist. Check below the handling fees for one application semester;

• Cost for the first chosen course of study - EUR 75/INR 6,755
• For each additional chosen course of study - EUR 30/INR 2,702

*EUR/INR = 90.08

The University of Passau is one of the best destinations for international students to pursue higher education. Every year thousands of students from all over the world come to study at Passau University. Currently, the University of Passau has over 10,600 students of which 1,684 are international students from more than 100 countries. International students make about 16% of the total student body at the University of Passau. Check below the top ten list of international students' home countries. 

• Austria
• India
• Ira
• Tunisia
• Russian Federation 
• Turkyie
• China
• Pakistan
• France
• Italy