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Evangelical University of Darmstadt in Darmstadt, Germany

Global Rank #13313
Application Deadlines
  • Fall 202715 Jan '27
  • Spring 202701 Sep '26
University Type
Public
Established
1971
Programs
2
Total Students
8000

About Evangelical University of Darmstadt

Evangelische Hochschule Darmstadt (EHD) is a Protestant church-affiliated, state-recognised university of applied sciences in Darmstadt offering programs in social work, educational science, and health management. It has around 800 students and is linked to Diakonie Hessen, supporting pathways into social services, healthcare, and education. 
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Why Study at Evangelical University of Darmstadt ?

  • 18 Months post-study work visa after graduation
  • Acceptance rate of 35.00% - highly competitive for Indian students
  • 76 safety rating - moderate city for international students
  • 15 % of students are international - strong global student presence
  • Strong Indian community on campus

Courses & Programs for Indian Students

2 Courses
ProgramLevelLanguageDurationTuition
Social Work (Soziale Arbeit)BSc / MScGerman (B2+)7/4 semesters€0
Educational Science (Erziehungswissenschaft)BSc / MScGerman (B2+)7/4 semesters€0
Early Childhood EducationBScGerman (B2+)7 semesters€0
Health Management (Gesundheitsmanagement)BSc / MScGerman (B2+)7/4 semesters€0
Religious Education / Diaconal WorkBScGerman (C1)7 semesters€0
BA in Social Work
Social Sciences
Duration
36 M
Yearly Tuition
₹66,500.00
English
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 80
MSc in Health and Social Care Management
Health Sciences
Duration
24 M
Yearly Tuition
₹66,500.00
English
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 80

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Fee ComponentAmountNotes
Tuition (non-EU)€0State-recognised church institution
Semester contribution~€270Verify current amount and transport pass at eh-darmstadt.de
Blocked account€11,208German student visa
Health insurance~€110/monthMandatory

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

RequirementDetails
GermanB2 minimum for most programs. C1 for religious education and MSc programs.
Academic qualificationAbitur equivalent or Bachelor's for MSc. Social work programs typically require practical care/community experience.
Practical experienceDocumented social work or care experience strongly valued.
APSMandatory. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.
Evangelical endorsementSome programs recommend (not require) endorsement from an Evangelical church community.

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Scholarships & Financial Aid

ScholarshipAmountNotes
Deutschlandstipendium (EHD)€300/monthAfter enrollment
DAAD Masters€992/monthVia daad.de - social work eligible
Diakonie Foundation HessenVariesEvangelical welfare scholarship - check diakonie-hessen.de
Gustav-Adolf-WerkVariesEvangelical educational support - check for social work students

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Cost of Living in Darmstadt

ExpenseMonthly RangeNotes
Accommodation (dorm/WG)€350–€650Studierendenwerk dorms: €280–€450. Private WG: €400–€650. Cheaper than Frankfurt/Munich.
Food & groceries€160–€230Mensa meals €2.80–€4.50. Darmstadt affordable student city.
Health insurance~€110Mandatory. TK or AOK most used.
Transport€0–€20Semester ticket covers Darmstadt city + RMV regional network to Frankfurt (~30 min).
Books / SIM / personal€60–€100Most materials available digitally at university libraries.
Misc / social€80–€150Darmstadt affordable vs Frankfurt/Heidelberg.
TOTAL€810–€1,260/monthCheaper than Frankfurt (€1,100–€1,600), more affordable than Munich.
Tuition Fee Range
~ Moderate
Low Moderate High
Annual Living Expenses
€1,000–€1,300
per month

Career Opportunities After Studying at RWTH Aachen

FieldSalary RangeKey Employers
Social Work€34,000–€50,000Diakonie Hessen, Evangelische Jugendhilfe, AWO, Jugendamt Darmstadt/Frankfurt
Educational Science€36,000–€52,000Evangelical schools, educational institutions, adult education centres
Health Management€40,000–€56,000Evangelical hospitals (Bürgerhospital Frankfurt, AGAPLESION group), rehabilitation centres
Early Childhood Education€32,000–€46,000Evangelical kindergartens, church educational institutions in Hesse

FAQs About RWTH Aachen University

What is the Evangelical University of Darmstadt (EHD)?

Evangelische Hochschule Darmstadt - Protestant church-affiliated, state-recognised institution for social work, educational science, early childhood education, and health management. ~800 students. Tuition-free. All programs German-taught.

Is EHD Darmstadt tuition-free?

Yes. State-recognised Evangelical institution - zero tuition. Semester contribution ~€270. Verify current details at eh-darmstadt.de.

What language are EHD programs in?

All programs German (B2 minimum for most, C1 for religious education and MSc programs). No English-taught programs.

Is APS required?

Yes. Mandatory for Indian students on German student visa. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.

What programs does EHD offer?

Social Work (BSc/MSc), Educational Science (BSc/MSc), Early Childhood Education (BSc), Health Management (BSc/MSc), Religious Education/Diaconal Work (BSc). All German-taught.

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