How much will it cost to study and live in Flensburg?

The cost of living is generally slightly lower than in major German cities. Students are recommended to budget for a minimum of 750,00 EUR to 800,00 EUR monthly, including rent. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are available in the main campus refectory (Mensa) open on weekdays mainly from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The menu includes vegetarian and vegan dishes daily. The costs listed below are average costs. They may vary according to the individual lifestyle. You can find more information on living and studying in Flensburg on the Webpage of the International Center or generally in Germany on the DAAD Webpage.

Initial one-off costs

Initial one-off costs	Cost in €
Transport from Hamburg (airport) to Flensburg	Included in the semester ticket
Accommodation deposit (will be refunded by the end of your stay) - paid through a deposit in advance (see DEPOSITS)	500
Rent for a dorm room (September) - paid through a deposit in advance (see DEPOSITS)	261 - 375
Enrollment Fee - mandatory - paid through a deposit in advance (see DEPOSITS)	60
Student Service, Semester Ticket (Deutschlandticket) - mandatory - paid through a deposit in advance (see DEPOSITS)	309,30
Basics (bed linen, cutlery/china, toiletries)	50
Prepaid Sim Card	10

Approximate monthly costs

Approximate monthly costs	Cost in €
Rent - room in hall of residence or	261 - 375
Private accommodation (for 1 person)	400 - 600
Food (minimum)	250 - 300
Public Health Insurance (if required)	145
Mandatory fee for tv and radio	18,36
Additional costs for travel within Germany, books and materials, leisure activities (sport, etc.).	individual

Additional Costs / Deposits

Additional Costs

Additional costs	Cost in €
Tuition Fee	-
Student Service, Semester Ticket (Deutschlandticket) - mandatory fee per semester	309,30
Cost of ICEP* - paid through a deposit in advance (see below)	1.500
Deposit for accommodation and semester fees (see below) - to be paid in advance	1.180
Cost of Field Research	see below

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Cost of Excursions:
During the first two semesters, students will participate in several excursions. The total cost of these excursions is in the range of 300 EUR.

Cost of International Community Energy Project Excursion:
Participation in the compulsory 3 to 5-week “International Community Energy Project Excursion” (ICEP) costs about 1.500 EUR, depending on the duration, location and size of the student group. This includes all costs for transport and accommodation. The costs will be covered by a security deposit of 1.500 Euros, which needs to be paid prior to arrival (see below).

Cost of Field research:
Students have to conduct a 3-month field research to prepare for their Master Thesis. This field research is usually conducted in a developing country. The costs of flights, local transport, accommodation and subsistence depend on the location.

Deposits to be paid before arriving at Europa-Universität Flensburg (for all students, DAAD and self-finance):

As we have to book rooms for you in the student halls of residence and pay for your enrollment and semester fee in advance, we will charge a security deposit of 1.180 Euros to be paid to the university account before you travel to Germany. A possible balance will be reimbursed to you after your arrival.

All students are also expected to pay an additional deposit of 1.500 Euros. This deposit will be used to pay for the cost of the International Community Energy Project Excursion and for part of the cost of excursions. We will account for the expenditure before you complete your studies and return the balance if applicable.

Semester Fee / Tuition

Semester and other Fees

Enrollment and Semester Fee:
A non-recurring administration fee of 60 EUR has to be paid prior to enrollment. For each term you have to pay a semester fee of currently 309,30 EUR, which is a contribution for the students union and the students services (Studentenwerk). The "Studentenwerk" operates the halls of residence and the refectories, where you can buy meals at a reduced price. The fee also includes a semester ticket covering public transport within the city of Flensburg and regional transportation throughout Germany for the duration of the semester (so-called "Deutschlandticket"). The costs of the enrollment fee, the first semester fee for the autumn semester as well as costs for accommodation (dorm room and housing deposit) need to be paid in advance and will therefore be covered by a security deposit of 1.180 Euros, which needs to be paid by all students prior to arrival.

Tuition Fee:
The University of Flensburg does not charge tuition fees.