While Germany is famous for its 'tuition-free' universities, international students often find that the costs add up. Here’s the breakdown of what you’ll need to budget before you start your university course in Germany.
Lana O'Sullivan - lana.osullivan@thelocal.com
Updated: Fri 24 Apr 2026 16:22 CET
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Students study in the Jacob-und-Wilhelm-Grimm-Zentrum at Humboldt University, Berlin. (Photo by Maxence Pira on Unsplash)
While Germany is famous for its 'tuition-free' universities, international students often find that the costs add up. Here’s the breakdown of what you’ll need to budget before you start your university course in Germany.
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