The Humboldt University of Berlin takes applications for two semester periods- winter semester and summer semester. The university has a student enrolment of 36,222, in which, the total international student enrolment measured up to 6,220.

The university provides 9 faculties to the students, including the Faculty of Law, Faculty of Life Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Humanities and Faculty of Theology. Humboldt University of Berlin offers 171 programs at bachelor's and master's level. The university also offers 77 special professorships and 7 endowed chairs and professorships. 

At Humboldt University of Berlin all the undergraduate programs are taught in the German language. However, some of the PG programs are offered in both English and German. International applicants are required to submit Proof of previous studies along with the scores of other exams required to study in Germany

Highlights

Application Portal Uni-Assist 
Application Fee Free
Enrolment Fee 75.00 Euros
Academic Calendar Semester-based
Intake Seasons Winter and Summer
International Admissions Contact Phone: +49 30 2093-46724
E-mail: bewerbung-international@hu-berlin.de

Humboldt University of Berlin Application Deadline

The Humboldt University of Berlin does not accept applications once the deadlines are passed. There are specific guidelines for the postgraduate applications in this university. The following application dates are valid for all international students:

Course Summer Semester Winter Semester
Bachelor January 15 July 31
Master of Arts / Science with admission restrictions January 15 May 31

Master of Arts / Science without admission restrictions

Feburary 28 August 31

Master of Education

Feburary 28 August 31

Humboldt University of Berlin International Admissions

International applications for bachelor’s and master's courses in the Humboldt University of Berlin must be submitted to uni-assist. The university will not consider any application unless uni-assist has all the needed documents with it. The following are the documents required by international students applying to this university:

  • Academic records and transcripts
  • Language Proficiency Proof
  • A CV (from the commencement of education at school-level)
  • Fee Receipt produced by Uni-Assist
  • Photocopy of Passport or an Identification Card ( Applicable only to EU Students)
  • The Self-Assessment sheet, for PG admissions

Language Requirements

German is the language of instruction at the Humboldt University of Berlin. Students need to provide appropriate German language proficiency to be able to apply to it. However, master’s degrees might have different language requirements.

Language Test Minimum Requirement
Goethe Institute Language Proficiency Certificate C2 Level
TestDaF 4 points in each of the four parts
DSD II C1 Level
TOEFL iBT 84
IELTS  6.0
Visa Process for International Students

You must apply for a "German Student visa" or student applicant visa (Studienbewerbervisum) immediately after applying to UdK. Simply show the confirmation email you received after completing your online application form, along with a printout of the study information, to explain your purpose. The applicants will be required to submit the following required documents while applying for the Visa.

  • Proof of the financial means
  • Valid Passport
  • A biometric passport-size photo
  • Confirmation of admission or enrolment
  • A proof of sufficient health insurance
  • A proof of sufficient financial means
  • Confirmation of registration from Bürgeramt -Residents’ Registration Office

Applicants, who have not received the Letter of Admission, can apply for an applicant’s visa by presenting the document authenticating that their application form has been received.

Humboldt University of Berlin Undergraduate Admissions

The Humboldt University of Berlin provides several undergraduate programs in different fields. All the UG programs are taught in the German language. Aspirants are required to submit the following required documents from the sending institution within the last 6 months to be considered official.

Application Portal: Uni-Assist
Application Fee: Free
Admission Requirements: 

  • Copies secondary school certificate, graduation certificate or any other grade certificate
  • Language proficiency proof
  • CV/ Resume

Humboldt University of Berlin Graduate Admissions 

This university offers two types of master's programs, including the Consecutive Master's courses and the Career-based master's courses. The Career-based master's courses generally require work experience. These courses last between two to four semesters.

Application Portal: Uni-Assist
Application Fee: Free
Additional Documents:

Course  Semester Academic Requirements 
Agricultural Economics (M.Sc.) Winter  Degree in agricultural sciences or a related subject
Biophysics (M.Sc.) Winter and Summer  Degree in biology or related subject
Business Studies (M.Sc.) Winter  Degree in business studies or related subject
Chemistry (M.Sc.) Winter and Summer Degree in chemistry or related subject
Economics (M.Sc.) Winter  Degree first academic qualification with knowledge of at least 60 CP in economics
Information Science (M. A.) Winter Degree in library and information science or a related subject
Mathematics (M.Sc.) Winter and Summer Degree in mathematics; other degrees can be admitted on application

Admission in the Humboldt University of Berlin is a selective process. Students must submit their application on time. The university does not have any particular timeline for admission notifications. Therefore, the students are advised to stay in contact with the admissions office.