University of Mannheim

Mannheim, Germany

The University of Mannheim is a prestigious public research university located in Mannheim, Germany, known for its strong focus on business, economics, and social sciences. Often referred to as the "German Harvard," it ranks among the top universities in Europe for these disciplines.
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Tuition Fees, Cost of Living & Accommodation at University of Mannheim

Cost Of Living

€ 10200

Undergraduate Fees International Students

€ 3000

Post Graduate Fees International Students

€ 3000

Bachelors

  • € 9000
  • € 9000
  • € 9000
  • € 9000

Masters

  • € 676
  • € 676

University of Mannheim Departments

  • Department of Law
  • Department of Economics
  • Business School
  • School of Social Sciences
  • School of Humanities
  • School of Business Informatics and Mathematics

Distinguished Alumni of University of Mannheim

Jürgen Schrempp

Former CEO of DaimlerChrysler, spearheading the iconic merger and global expansion of Mercedes-Benz.

Christian Sewing (Business Informatics, 1990s)

Current CEO of Deutsche Bank, leading its digital transformation and restructuring.

Theresia Bauer (Political Science, 1980s)

Former Minister of Science, Research, and Arts in Baden-Württemberg, championed education reforms.

Carsten Spohr (Economics, 1980s)

CEO of Lufthansa, navigated the airline through the COVID-19 crisis and sustainability shifts.

Thomas Sattelberger (Business, 1970s)

Former HR Chief at Deutsche Telekom, later a member of the German Bundestag advocating for labor rights.

Jens Weidmann (Economics, 1990s)

Former President of the German Bundesbank and ECB Council member, key figure in Eurozone monetary policy.

Miriam Meckel (Business Communication, 1990s)

Founder of ada Learning (AI education platform) and ex-State Secretary for Digitalization.

Philipp Rösler (Medicine, 1990s)

Former Vice-Chancellor of Germany and Federal Minister of Economics, later CEO of the WEF.

Step-by-Step Guide to Admission Requirements at University of Mannheim

The below information is required while
completing the university application :

1. Academic Qualifications

Secondary School Diploma equivalent to the German Abitur (e.g., IB Diploma, A-Levels, High School Diploma with APs).

Country-specific requirements (check the DAAD database or uni-assist for eligibility).

Some programs (e.g., Business Administration) have NC (Numerus Clausus) restrictions (high GPA required).

2. Language Proficiency

German-taught programs: TestDaF (4xTDN4), DSH-2, Goethe C2, or Telc C1.

English-taught programs (e.g., Business Informatics): IELTS (6.5+), TOEFL (90+ iBT), or Cambridge C1/C2.

3. Entrance Exam (if applicable)

Some programs require the TestAS (for non-EU students) or subject-specific tests.

4. Application Process

EU/EEA students: Apply via Hochschulstart.de.

Non-EU students: Submit via uni-assist (VPD document required).

Deadlines: July 15 (Winter Semester) / January 15 (Summer Semester, limited programs).

5. Additional Documents

Motivation letter (for some programs).

CV (if required).

Proof of internships (optional but recommended for competitive programs).

Requirements may vary for each program. Please visit the program page for specific requirements.

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Notable Achievements of University of Mannheim

Achievements

01.
Mannheim’s Economics program ranked among the Top 20 in Europe

World University Rankings), reinforcing its reputation as the "Harvard of Germany" for social sciences and business.

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2022
02.
European University" label

The university was awarded the "European University" label as part of the "CIVIS" alliance, a major EU-funded initiative promoting academic mobility and collaboration.

Year
2020
03.
Mannheim Centre for Competition and Innovation (MaCCI)

The Mannheim Centre for Competition and Innovation (MaCCI) was recognized as a DFG (German Research Foundation) Collaborative Research Centre, securing major funding for interdisciplinary economic research.

Year
2018

Explore Programs & Courses at University of Mannheim

Program name
Tuition Fees
Deadlines
BSc in Business Administration 3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
€1500
(Annual cost)
15th Jul
BSc in Business Informatics 3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
€1500
(Annual cost)
15th Jul
BA in Culture and Economy in French Studies 3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
€1500
(Annual cost)
15th Jul
BA in Culture and Economy in German Studies 3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
€1500
(Annual cost)
15th Jul
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University Ranking of University of Mannheim

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Region: Europe

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Economics
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Psychology
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Social Science Management
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Business Administration
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