Public University

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is ranked 263rd of all universities in the world in the UniRank 2024.Within Germany, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz achieved 21st place.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz offers a combination of academic excellence, research opportunities, cultural enrichment, and career prospects that make it an attractive choice for students seeking a fulfilling and enriching educational experience.

Graduates of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz are prepared for diverse and varied career opportunities,including the fields of Academia and Research, Industry and Corporate sector, Government and Public Sector, Media and Communications, Healthcare and Medicine, Arts and Culture, and Entrepreneurship and startups.

Single-subject programs:
- Bachelor of science
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Laws
Two-Subject degrees programs:
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Laws

There are two semesters each year,
Winter Semester: October - March
Summer Semester: April - September

For Bachelor degrees it depends on the program, but usually between 6-8 semesters.

- Processing fee of 60 €
- School leaving certificate: award certificate and overview of subjects and grades
- University entrance examination certificate (only in countries where a university entrance examination is required to start studying)
- Your University certificates (if you have already studied)
- Uncertified copy of the personal page of your passport
- Complete CV up to the present date
- Further documents depending on the country from which the certificate comes

Either a Telc German B2 certificate with the result “satisfactory”, “good” or “very good”, or a Telc C1 Certificate.

The following programs are available in English:
- American Studies
- American Studies/Anglais
- American Studies/Études Anglophone
- English Literature and Culture
- English/Anglais

Summer semester: April 1 to September 30
Winter semester: October 1 to March 31

Summer Semester:
- Undergraduate courses with restricted admission: Early December to January 15th
- Admission-free undergraduate courses: Early December to March 1st
Winter Semester:
- Undergraduate courses with restricted admission: Beginning of June to July 15th
- Admission-free undergraduate courses: Early June to September 1st

Recognition takes approximately 6-8 weeks.

The first degree course is generally free of charge. Tuition fees of EUR 700 per semester apply for a second course of study or postgraduate study.

The cost of tuition is usually free of charge.

The Johannes Gutenberg campus offers several facilities for leisure on campus including a central cafeteria, two canteens, a coffee bar, and campus gardens.

There are several housing options at Johannes Gutenberg University, including student halls of residence, and housing exchanges on the Internet in which you can easily research available apartments or shared rooms.

There is a great demand for rental apartments and dormitories at the beginning of each semester, so it is recommended to apply early.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz offers international student support for degree seeking students. They have an on campus department, and can be reached at the email: international-students@uni-mainz.de

By Train: Mainz has a central train station called Mainz Hauptbahnhof. You can take a train to Mainz Hauptbahnhof from various cities within Germany and Europe. From the train station, you can walk, take a bus, or use the tram to reach Universität Mainz.

By Tram (Straßenbahn): Mainz has an efficient tram network that connects different parts of the city, including stops near the university campus. You can check the local tram schedule and routes to find the most convenient option.

By Bus: There are also bus routes that serve Mainz and stop near the university campus. You can check the local bus schedules to find the most convenient option.

Public University

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is ranked 263rd of all universities in the world in the UniRank 2024.Within Germany, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz achieved 21st place.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz offers a combination of academic excellence, research opportunities, cultural enrichment, and career prospects that make it an attractive choice for students seeking a fulfilling and enriching educational experience.

Graduates of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz are prepared for diverse and varied career opportunities,including the fields of Academia and Research, Industry and Corporate sector, Government and Public Sector, Media and Communications, Healthcare and Medicine, Arts and Culture, and Entrepreneurship and startups.

- Master of science
- Master of Arts
- Master of Music
- Master of Laws

There are two semesters each year,
Winter Semester: October - March
Summer Semester: April - September

For Masters degrees it depends on the program, but usually 4 semesters.

University degree (Bachelor’s) in desired field

Either a Telc German B2 certificate with the result “satisfactory”, “good” or “very good”, or a Telc C1 Certificate.

The following programs are available in English:
- American Studies
- American Studies/Études Anglophone
- Biomedical Chemistry
- Chemistry
- English Literature and Culture
- English/Anglais
- Epidemiology
- European Studie
- Human Geography: Globalization, Media and Culture
- International Economics and Public Policy
- International Master of Biomedicine
- International Master´s in Sociolinguistics and Multilingualism
- Master of Business Administration
- Meteorology
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biotechnology
- Neuroscience
- Physics
- Quantitative Decision-Making in Economics and Management
- Soft Matter and Materials
- Sport Science Movement and Well-Being
- Sports Ethics and Integrity
- Turcology
- Turkic Studies

Summer semester: April 1 to September 30
Winter semester: October 1 to March 31

Summer Semester:
- Postgraduate with restricted admission: October 1st to November 15th
- admission-free consecutive postgraduate courses: October 1st to November 1st
Winter Semester:
- Postgraduate with restricted admission: april 1st to May 15th
- Admission-free consecutive postgraduate courses: April 1st to September 1st

Recognition takes approximately 6-8 weeks.

The first degree course is generally free of charge. Tuition fees of EUR 700 per semester apply for a second course of study or postgraduate study.

The cost of tuition is usually free of charge.

The Johannes Gutenberg campus offers several facilities for leisure on campus including a central cafeteria, two canteens, a coffee bar, and campus gardens.

There are several housing options at Johannes Gutenberg University, including student halls of residence, and housing exchanges on the Internet in which you can easily research available apartments or shared rooms.

There is a great demand for rental apartments and dormitories at the beginning of each semester, so it is recommended to apply early.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz offers international student support for degree seeking students. They have an on campus department, and can be reached at the email: international-students@uni-mainz.de

By Train: Mainz has a central train station called Mainz Hauptbahnhof. You can take a train to Mainz Hauptbahnhof from various cities within Germany and Europe. From the train station, you can walk, take a bus, or use the tram to reach Universität Mainz.

By Tram (Straßenbahn): Mainz has an efficient tram network that connects different parts of the city, including stops near the university campus. You can check the local tram schedule and routes to find the most convenient option.

By Bus: There are also bus routes that serve Mainz and stop near the university campus. You can check the local bus schedules to find the most convenient option.