Jacobs University

Bremen, Germany

Established in 2001 (operations began in autumn with first cohort arriving in 2001), the university was initially founded in 1999 in partnership with the University of Bremen, Rice University, and the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen. It operated as International University Bremen before being renamed Jacobs University Bremen in 2007.

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Jacobs University

Bremen, Germany

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When was Constructor University founded and what distinguishes it?

Established in 2001, Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University) is a private, residential, English-language research university in Bremen, Germany. It houses approximately 1,600 students from over 110 countries, reflecting a highly international academic environment.

What is the university’s academic structure?

It comprises three schools: School of Science; School of Computer Science & Engineering; School of Business, Social & Decision Sciences. Collectively, these focus on themes such as mobility, health, and diversity .

What is the student–faculty ratio?

With around 1,607 students and 239 academic faculty/staff (including ~69 professors), the estimated student–faculty ratio ranges from 7:1 to 16:1, supporting close mentorship and small-group learning .