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About UMA
University of Mannheim (UMA) — public non-profit institution. It is located in Mannheim, Germany. The higher education institution started its history in the 18th century and right now is one of the oldest in the country.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, it is among top-490. The educational institution is in the top-200 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
UMA does research in different fields of study and offers master and doctorate programs.
Location
Mannheim, Germany
Establishment year
1763
Students
7,641
International students
1,910
Female students
56%
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The academic year at UMA is continuous. It means that students have no break between courses. However, for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Education at UMA is free for everyone. However, students must pay a semester fee — 1,000 USD per year. Thanks to scholarships, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
Schooling in Germany lasts longer than in other countries. Therefore, it is impossible to enter a university immediately after the 11th grade — first, you need to eliminate the academic difference. There are special educational institutions for foreign students — Studienkollegs.
Master's degree at UMA
To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 90. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
90
TOEFL PBT
577
Doctorate degree at UMA
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. For the TOEFL exam, the result must be at least 100.
TOEFL iBT
100
TOEFL PBT
600
UMA campus
The university campus is located within Mannheim. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. The educational institution has a developed athletic infrastructure. Students can practice on sports grounds, as well as in one of the clubs.
To stay in Germany after graduation for another 18 months, you need to apply for a graduate visa, which allows you to work without an offer from an employer. Graduates of UMA are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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