The RWTH Aachen University Established in 1870, is an open research university that has domestic as well as international collaborations. Some of the domestic organizations that the university is associated with, include DFG, TU9, and German Excellence Initiative, while the international affiliations are CEASER, Idea League, TIMES, ALMA, Pegasus, EASN, and Unitech International. The university began its first classes in the year of establishment with around 223 students and thirty-two faculty members. The university is considered among the top technological universities in Germany. In 1909, the female students were admitted into the college for the first time. The medical and philosophical schools started in 1965 and enrolment increased to 10,000 students. Presently, the university consists of 45,628 students and 5,695 staff members.
The campus of the university is spread across 620 acres of land. It is divided into two areas, namely Midtown and Melaten. Recently, a new building has been constructed within the premises. The campus, which is nearby some famous tourist attractions, includes all the facilities required. It comprises about four thousand students and has replaced the building of Audimax which was known to be the largest lecture hall in the university. There are many cafes, restaurants, and medical stores that are located close to the campus. Also, public transport is easily accessible from the university. Aachen is a city of culture and traditions that make this lively city a great place to live in.
University at a glance
| % International Students | 21.3 % |
| Total International Students | 10,455 |
| Size of Campus in acres | 620 |
| Male/Female Ratio | 1 : 0.47 |
| UG/PG Course Ratio | 1 : 1.72 |
| No.of Campuses | 1 |
| International Students Website | http://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Studium/Vor-dem-Studium/~hspf/Internationale-Studierende/?lidx=1 |
Fees
| Courses | Duration | 1st Year Tuition Fees |
| MIM(1 Course) | 2 Years | No tuition fees |
| MS(20 Courses) | 18 – 24 Months | Euro 0 – 18,000 |
| BSc(2 Courses) | 3 Years | No tuition fees |
| BE/Btech(2 Courses) | 3 Years | No tuition fees |
| Other Courses(1 Course) | 2 Years | No tuition fees |
Entry Criteria
| Courses | Exams |
| MIM(1 Course) | IELTS : 5.5 & Above TOEFL : 90 & Above |
| MS(20 Courses) | GRE : Accepted IELTS : 5.5-6.5 TOEFL : 80-95 |
| BSc(2 Courses) | IELTS : Accepted |
| BE/Btech(2 Courses) | IELTS : Accepted |
| Other Courses(1 Course) | IELTS : Accepted |
Admission Requirements
| Documents | SOP : Not required LOR : Needed for few courses Essays : Not required CV : Needed for all courses Additional documents : Required |
| Application fees | No Fees |
| Type of deadline | Regular |
Off campus accommodation
Available
Details for off-campus
- The residence option includes rooms, flats, studio apartment, and apartments
- The average rent range is €400 – €500 per month
- The rooms are Fully furnished and include facilities like Internet connection, Cable TV, Laundry room, Areas for leisure/barbecues, Lifts in building etc.
- Some of the residences have a minimum rental period of 1 semester and ask for a deposit of approx. €758
Link for off-campus housing: http://www.studenten-wohnen-aachen.de/en/