Europe University Viadrina Frankfurt Oder in Frankfurt, Germany

Q: What makes Viadrina unique?

Germany\'s only university at an active international border - Polish city of Słubice is across the Oder river bridge (5-minute walk). Academic focus on European integration, German-Polish relations, EU law, and cultural studies. Collegium Polonicum joint campus in Poland.

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Application Deadlines

Fall 202715 Jan '27
Spring 202701 Sep '26

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University Type

Public

Established

1991

Programs

Total Students

6500

About Europe University Viadrina Frankfurt Oder

Europa-Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) is a public Brandenburg university founded in 1991, with historical roots dating back to 1506. It focuses on European studies, law, economics, cultural studies, and German-Polish relations. With around 6,000 students and a highly international profile, it is tuition-free and uniquely located on the German-Polish border, near Słubice.

Student Profile

Total Students

6500

International Students

3200 (49.23%)

Male Students

2561 (39.4%)

Female Students

3939 (60.6%)

Student Faculty Ratio

13.00

Alumni Count

25,000

Admissions & Visa

Acceptance Rate

25.00%

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Safety

Moderately Safe (74)

Why Study at Europe University Viadrina Frankfurt Oder ?

1. Germany's Most European University - German-Polish Twin City

No other German university sits at an active international border - Słubice (Poland) is reachable in 5 minutes on foot across the Oder bridge. Viadrina's entire academic identity is built around European integration, cross-border cooperation, and German-Polish relations. For Indian students specifically interested in EU law, European studies, or Central European cultural studies, Viadrina offers a genuinely unique research environment.

2. English-Taught European Law and Cultural Studies

Viadrina offers English-taught LLM in European Human Rights and an English Master's in European Studies - making it accessible to Indian students without C1 German for specific programs. For Indian law students targeting European human rights or international law careers in EU institutions, these programs are competitively positioned.

3. Tuition-Free + Germany's Most Affordable Living

Frankfurt (Oder) is one of Germany's most affordable cities - WG rooms at €200–€350/month, significantly cheaper than anywhere in Frankfurt am Main or Berlin. Berlin access is 90 minutes by RE train (included in some transport arrangements). For Indian students on tight budgets, Viadrina + affordable Frankfurt (Oder) living offers a genuinely low-cost German university experience.

Courses & Programs for Indian Students

2 Courses

Program	Level	Language	Duration	Tuition
LLM European Human Rights	Masters	English	2 semesters	€0
MA European Studies	Masters	English/German	4 semesters	€0
MA Kulturwissenschaften (Cultural Studies)	Masters	German (C1)	4 semesters	€0
MA Rechtswissenschaften (Law)	State Exam	German (C1)	10 semesters	€0
MA Economics (VWL)	Masters	German (C1)	4 semesters	€0
MA Business Administration (BWL)	Masters	German (C1)	4 semesters	€0

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹72,400.00

English

IELTS 6.5

TOEFL 90

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹72,400.00

English

IELTS 6.5

TOEFL 90

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Fee Component	Amount	Notes
Tuition (non-EU)	€0	Brandenburg state policy
Semester contribution	~€238	Verify transport pass inclusion at europa-uni.de
Blocked account	€11,208	German student visa
Health insurance	~€110/month	Mandatory

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

Requirement	Details
Academic qualification	Bachelor's in law/relevant field for LLM and Masters. ~6.5 CGPA.
English	IELTS 6.0–6.5 for English programs. Verify at europa-uni.de.
German	C1 for German-taught programs.
APS	Mandatory. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.

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

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3Request Letters of Recommendation

4Update your resume / CV

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Scholarships & Financial Aid

Scholarship	Amount	Notes
Deutschlandstipendium (Viadrina)	€300/month	After enrollment
DAAD Masters (LLM/European Studies)	€992/month	Via daad.de - law and European studies eligible
Robert Bosch Foundation (EU-related)	Varies	European integration focus - check bosch-stiftung.de
Collegium Polonicum scholarships	Varies	For students engaging with Polish/German joint campus programs

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Students & Alumni

Total Students

6,500

International Students

49.23%

Male Students

39.4%

Female Students

60.6%

Student Faculty Ratio

13.00:1

Alumni Count

25,000

Others

Acceptance Rate

25.00

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Academic Focus

Public

Safety Index

Moderately Safe (74)

Cost of Living in Frankfurt

Expense	Monthly Range	Notes
Accommodation	€150–€350	Studierendenwerk dorms and WG rooms - among Germany's cheapest
Food	€130–€200	Very affordable East German pricing
Health insurance	~€110	Mandatory
Transport	€0–€30	Verify semester ticket scope
Books / personal	€50–€80	Low cost of living
TOTAL	€480–€820/month	One of Germany's cheapest university cities - 40-50% less than Frankfurt am Main

Tuition Fee Range

~ Moderate

Low Moderate High

Annual Living Expenses

€1,100–€1,500

per month

Career Opportunities After Studying at RWTH Aachen

Field	Salary Range	Notes
EU Institutions (Brussels/Strasbourg)	€50,000–€75,000	European Parliament, European Commission - Viadrina's EU law programs directly relevant
International Human Rights Law	€42,000–€62,000	NGOs, UN agencies, ECHR, Council of Europe
German-Polish legal practice	€44,000–€62,000	Law firms with German-Polish trade practices, German-Polish Chamber of Commerce
European Studies / Policy	€44,000–€62,000	Think tanks, government ministries, European foundation offices
Business Administration	€40,000–€56,000	Border region business, German-Polish trade companies

FAQs About RWTH Aachen University

Is Viadrina in Frankfurt am Main (Europe's financial capital)?

No. Europa-Universität Viadrina is in Frankfurt an der ODER - a completely different city on the German-Polish border in Brandenburg state, 90 minutes east of Berlin. It is not connected to Frankfurt am Main and has a fundamentally different academic focus and career ecosystem.

What makes Viadrina unique?

Germany's only university at an active international border - Polish city of Słubice is across the Oder river bridge (5-minute walk). Academic focus on European integration, German-Polish relations, EU law, and cultural studies. Collegium Polonicum joint campus in Poland.

Is Viadrina tuition-free?

Yes. Public Brandenburg state university - zero tuition. Semester contribution ~€238. Frankfurt (Oder) is one of Germany's most affordable cities.

What English programs does Viadrina offer?

LLM in European Human Rights (English) and MA European Studies (English/German). Both specifically relevant for Indian law graduates targeting EU institutions.

Is APS required?

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

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Europe University Viadrina Frankfurt Oder in Frankfurt, Germany

About Europe University Viadrina Frankfurt Oder

Why Study at Europe University Viadrina Frankfurt Oder ?

1. Germany's Most European University - German-Polish Twin City

2. English-Taught European Law and Cultural Studies

3. Tuition-Free + Germany's Most Affordable Living

Courses & Programs for Indian Students

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

Eligibility Criteria

Application Process

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Cost of Living in Frankfurt

Career Opportunities After Studying at RWTH Aachen

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