Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin in Berlin, Germany

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Application Deadlines

Fall 202715 Jan '27
Spring 202701 Sep '26

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University Type

Public

Established

1908

Programs

Total Students

4000

About Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin

Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin (ASH) is a specialist public university of applied sciences dedicated to social work, health sciences, educational science, and early childhood education. Named after Alice Salomon - the pioneering German social work reformer - ASH enrolls approximately 3,200 students at its Hellersdorf campus in east Berlin. Founded in 1908 (as a women's school for social work), it is one of Germany's oldest social work institutions.

Student Profile

Total Students

4000

International Students

400 (10%)

Male Students

1838 (45.9%)

Female Students

2162 (54.1%)

Student Faculty Ratio

18.00

Alumni Count

117,000

Admissions & Visa

Acceptance Rate

60.00%

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Safety

Moderately Safe (62)

Why Study at Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin ?

18 Months post-study work visa after graduation
Acceptance rate of 60.00% - competitive for Indian students
62 safety rating - moderate city for international students
10 % of students are international - strong global student presence
Strong Indian community on campus

Courses & Programs for Indian Students

2 Courses

Program	Level	Language	Duration	Tuition
Social Work (Soziale Arbeit)	BSc / MSc	German (B2+)	7 / 4 semesters	€0
Health Sciences (Gesundheitswissenschaften)	BSc / MSc	German (B2+)	7 / 4 semesters	€0
Early Childhood Education (Kindheitspädagogik)	BSc / MSc	German (B2+)	7 / 4 semesters	€0
Educational Science	MSc	German (C1)	4 semesters	€0
Social Work Research (PhD)	PhD	German (C1)	3–4 years	€0

MA in Social Work

Social Sciences

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹71,250.00

English

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 80

MA in Childhood Studies

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹71,250.00

English

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 80

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Fee Component	Amount	Notes
Tuition (non-EU)	€0	Berlin state policy
Semester contribution	~€305	Includes BVG AB transport pass
Blocked account	€11,208	German student visa
Health insurance	~€110/month	Mandatory

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

Requirement	Details
German	B2 minimum (C1 preferred). All programs entirely German.
Academic qualification	Abitur equivalent or Bachelor's for MSc. Social work programs often expect practical sector experience.
APS	Mandatory. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.
Practical experience	Volunteer or professional social work/health experience strongly valued.

Eligibility Criteria

Documents Required

Official transcripts of all past studies

A valid passport

A Personal Resume or Portfolio

Valid scores in Aptitude tests (for some courses)

A VPD from Uni-Assist

US Student Visa

Letter of Motivation and Essay

Test & Score Required

TOEFL iBT

IELTS (Academic)

6.0

Language Requirement

B1 English | C1 German (DSH-2 / TestDaF TDN4)

GRE or GMAT

GMAT (MBA); GRE not required

Application Process

1Prepare all your documents

2Write your Statement of Purpose

3Request Letters of Recommendation

4Update your resume / CV

5Connect with GradRight for free

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Scholarship	Amount	Notes
Deutschlandstipendium (ASH)	€300/month	After enrollment
DAAD Masters	€992/month	Via daad.de - social work and health sciences eligible
AWO / Caritas Foundation grants	Varies	Sector-specific scholarship occasionally available

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Students & Alumni

Total Students

4,000

International Students

10%

Male Students

45.9%

Female Students

54.1%

Student Faculty Ratio

18.00:1

Alumni Count

117,000

Others

Acceptance Rate

60.00

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Academic Focus

Public

Safety Index

Moderately Safe (62)

Cost of Living in Berlin

Expense	Monthly Range	Notes
Accommodation (dorm/WG)	€400–€750	Studierendenwerk Berlin dorms: €400–€520. Private WG: €500–€750.
Food & groceries	€180–€250	Mensa meals €2.80–€4.50. Halal options widely available.
Health insurance	~€110	Mandatory. TK or AOK most used by Indian students.
Transport	€0	BVG AB Semester Ticket included in contribution.
Books / SIM / personal	€70–€120	Most materials digitally available.
Misc / social	€100–€200	Berlin affordable for culture vs other European capitals.
TOTAL	€860–€1,430/month	More expensive than Bonn/Bremen. Cheaper than London/Paris/Zürich.

Tuition Fee Range

~ Moderate

Low Moderate High

Annual Living Expenses

€650–€1,000

per month

Career Opportunities After Studying at RWTH Aachen

Field	Salary Range	Employers
Social Work	€34,000–€50,000	Caritas Berlin, AWO, Diakonie, Jugendamt (Youth Welfare Office), Sozialverbände
Health Sciences	€38,000–€54,000	Berlin health administration, rehabilitation centres, NGOs
Early Childhood Education	€32,000–€46,000	Berlin kindergartens, educational institutions, churches

Rankings & Global Recognition

Aspect	Status
QS / THE	Not globally ranked - specialist social work institution
Germany social work standing	ASH is nationally recognised as one of Germany's leading social work universities
Berlin accreditation	Fully accredited public Fachhochschule

Explore the RWTH Aachen Campus

ASH's Hellersdorf campus in east Berlin is small and community-focused. The BVG AB Semester Ticket connects students to central Berlin. The campus culture reflects ASH's social work identity - community-oriented, practically engaged, and connected to Berlin's third-sector organisations.

Accommodation

Option	Monthly Cost	Notes
Studierendenwerk Berlin dorm	€400–€520	Apply on admission day
WG near Hellersdorf	€380–€500/room	East Berlin - one of the more affordable areas. U5 to central Berlin.

FAQs About RWTH Aachen University

What is Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin?

ASH Berlin is a specialist public Fachhochschule dedicated to social work, health sciences, educational science, and early childhood education. Founded 1908. 3,200 students. Public Berlin state institution - tuition-free.

Is ASH Berlin tuition-free?

Yes. Public Berlin Fachhochschule - zero tuition. Semester contribution ~€305 includes BVG AB Semester Ticket.

What language are ASH Berlin programs in?

All programs 100% German. B2 minimum required. No English-taught programs available.

Is APS required for ASH Berlin?

Yes. Mandatory. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.

What programs does ASH Berlin offer?

Social Work (BSc/MSc), Health Sciences (BSc/MSc), Early Childhood Education (BSc/MSc), Educational Science (MSc), Social Work Research (PhD). All German-taught.

What scholarships are available?

Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month), DAAD Masters (€992/month via daad.de), AWO/Caritas foundation grants.

Is ASH Berlin suitable for Indian students?

Best suited for Indian students specifically targeting social work or health education careers in Germany with B2+ German proficiency. For broader interests, FU Berlin or HTW Berlin are more appropriate.

What careers follow ASH Berlin programs?

Social work at Caritas, AWO, Diakonie (€34,000–€50,000). Health sciences in Berlin administration (€38,000–€54,000). Early childhood education (€32,000–€46,000).

What is the monthly cost of living for ASH Berlin students?

€860–€1,430/month. Hellersdorf WG rooms €380–€500/month - more affordable than central Berlin. BVG AB Semester Ticket included.

What is a better alternative for Indian health sciences students?

Charité Berlin's MSc Public Health and MSc Global Health are English-taught, tuition-free, QS Medicine #59, and provide stronger international career outcomes than ASH Berlin's German-taught programs.