Quadriga Hochschule Berlin in Berlin, Germany

Global Rank #11888

Application Deadlines

Fall 202715 Jan '27
Spring 202701 Sep '26

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University Type

Public

Established

2003

Programs

Total Students

4000

About Quadriga Hochschule Berlin

Quadriga Hochschule Berlin is a private, state-accredited specialist university focused on communications, public relations, leadership, and event management. Founded in 2008, Quadriga is closely connected to the Quadriga Forum - one of Germany's premier networking event series for communications professionals - giving students direct access to senior PR, marketing, and corporate communications executives across Germany.

Student Profile

Total Students

4000

International Students

400 (10%)

Male Students

1838 (45.9%)

Female Students

2162 (54.1%)

Student Faculty Ratio

15.00

Alumni Count

22,000

Admissions & Visa

Acceptance Rate

55.00%

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Safety

Moderately Safe (78)

Why Study at Quadriga Hochschule Berlin ?

18 Months post-study work visa after graduation
Acceptance rate of 55.00% - competitive for Indian students
78 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	Format	Fees (approx.)
MBA Communications & Leadership	MBA	German/English	Part-time	€18,000–€25,000 total
MSc Strategic Communications	Masters	German	Full/part-time	€14,000–€18,000 total
MSc Public Affairs & Communications	Masters	German/English	Part-time	€14,000–€18,000 total
MSc Event Management	Masters	German	Full/part-time	€12,000–€16,000 total
Executive MBA (for senior professionals)	MBA	German/English	Executive format	€25,000–€35,000 total

MSc in Communications Management

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹6.65 L

English

IELTS 6.5

TOEFL 90

MSc in Digital Communications

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹6.65 L

English

IELTS 6.5

TOEFL 90

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Fee Component	Amount	Notes
Program fees (total)	€12,000–€35,000	Varies by program and format - verify at quadriga.eu
Blocked account	€11,208	If on student visa
Health insurance	~€110/month	Mandatory

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

To apply to Quadriga Hochschule Berlin, you will need the following:

Academic: Minimum 80 on TOEFL / 6.0 on IELTS. GRE is not required. German language: B1 English | C1 German (DSH-2 / TestDaF TDN4).
Documents: Official transcripts of past studies, valid passport, personal statement/SOP, letter of recommendation, CV/resume.
Deadlines: Applications for Multiple intakes per year (Oct, Jan, Apr) intake typically open 3–6 months before the start date.

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

Requirement	Details
Work experience	2–5 years in communications, PR, marketing, or related field. Central requirement.
Academic qualification	Bachelor's degree for Masters programs.
German/English	Varies by program - some primarily German, some bilingual. Verify per program.
APS	Mandatory for Indian students on student visa. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.

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

Role	Salary Range
PR / Communications Director	€60,000–€90,000
Corporate Affairs Manager	€55,000–€78,000
PR Agency Senior Account Director	€52,000–€72,000
Public Affairs Manager (EU/Berlin)	€54,000–€76,000

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Students & Alumni

Total Students

4,000

International Students

10%

Male Students

45.9%

Female Students

54.1%

Student Faculty Ratio

15.00:1

Alumni Count

22,000

Others

Acceptance Rate

55.00

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Academic Focus

Public

Safety Index

Moderately Safe (78)

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

€1,100–€1,500

per month

Rankings & Global Recognition

Aspect	Status
QS / THE	Not ranked
German state accreditation	Fully state-accredited private university
Quadriga Forum	One of Germany's premier communications industry networking series

FAQs About RWTH Aachen University

What is Quadriga Hochschule Berlin?

A private, state-accredited specialist university for communications, PR, and leadership founded 2008. Programs include MBA, MSc Strategic Communications, MSc Public Affairs. Connected to the Quadriga Forum executive networking series.

Is Quadriga tuition-free?

No. Private institution - fees €12,000–€35,000 total. Unlike Berlin's free public universities.

What language are Quadriga programs in?

German primarily, with some bilingual German/English programs. Verify per program at quadriga.eu.

Is APS required?

Required for Indian students obtaining a German student visa. aps-india.de.

What scholarships are available?

DAAD and Deutschlandstipendium not available. Employer sponsorship is the primary funding route.

Is Quadriga suitable for Indian students from India?

Primarily for Indian communications professionals already in Germany. For traditional study-abroad, ESMT Berlin, Hertie School, or HWR Berlin are more appropriate.

What careers follow Quadriga programs?

PR/Communications Director (€60,000–€90,000), Corporate Affairs Manager (€55,000–€78,000), PR Agency Senior Account Director (€52,000–€72,000).

Is Quadriga state-accredited?

Yes. Fully state-accredited - degrees legally valid in Germany and EU.

How does Quadriga compare to ESMT Berlin?

ESMT (FT MBA top 50, ~€40,000) is more internationally recognised for general management. Quadriga (€18,000–€35,000) is sector-specific for communications and PR. For broader management careers, ESMT is the stronger choice.