Victoria International University in Berlin, Germany

Q: What IELTS is required?

IELTS 5.5 minimum - among Berlin\'s lowest thresholds for English business programs.

Global Rank #16729

Application Deadlines

Fall 202715 Jan '27
Spring 202701 Sep '26

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University Type

Private

Established

2019

Programs

Total Students

8000

About Victoria International University

Victoria International University Berlin is a private, state-accredited institution offering English-taught business programs, including business administration, international business, and MBA degrees. With a minimum IELTS requirement of 5.5, it is one of Berlin’s more accessible business schools for international students. Its central location provides access to internships and career opportunities across Berlin’s business ecosystem.

Student Profile

Total Students

8000

International Students

1200 (15%)

Male Students

3676 (45.9%)

Female Students

4324 (54.1%)

Student Faculty Ratio

18.00

Alumni Count

12,000

Admissions & Visa

Acceptance Rate

60.00%

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Safety

Highly Safe (80)

Why Study at Victoria International University ?

18 Months post-study work visa after graduation
Acceptance rate of 60.00% - competitive for Indian students
80 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

Program	Level	Language	Duration	Fees/Year
BSc Business Administration	Bachelors	English	3 years	~€8,000–€11,000
MSc International Business	Masters	English	12–15 months	~€10,000–€13,000
MBA International Management	MBA	English	15 months	~€12,000–€15,000

BSc in Business Administration

Business & Management

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Duration

36 M

Yearly Tuition

₹1.90 L

English

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 80

MSc in Management

Business & Management

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Duration

24 M

Yearly Tuition

₹1.90 L

English

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 80

Tuition Fees & Cost of Studying

Fee Component	Amount	Notes
Annual tuition	€8,000–€15,000	Verify at victoria-university.de
Blocked account	€11,208	German student visa
Health insurance	~€110/month	Mandatory

Admission Requirements for Indian Students

Requirement	Details
Academic qualification	12th grade for BSc. Bachelor's for MSc/MBA.
English	IELTS 5.5 minimum - lower than most Berlin business schools.
APS	Mandatory. aps-india.de - 6–8 weeks.
German	Not required for English programs.

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 | B2–C1 German (DSH-2)

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
Victoria Merit Scholarship	Partial reduction	Verify at victoria-university.de
DAAD Masters	€992/month	Via daad.de - verify program eligibility
Deutschlandstipendium	€300/month	After enrollment - verify availability

Campus Life & Student Accommodation

Students & Alumni

Total Students

8,000

International Students

15%

Male Students

45.9%

Female Students

54.1%

Student Faculty Ratio

18.00:1

Alumni Count

12,000

Others

Acceptance Rate

60.00

Post Study Work Visa

18 Months

Academic Focus

Private

Safety Index

Highly Safe (80)

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

Career Opportunities After Studying at RWTH Aachen

Field	Salary Range
Business Administration	€38,000–€54,000
International Business MSc	€42,000–€56,000
MBA Management	€46,000–€62,000

FAQs About RWTH Aachen University

What is Victoria International University Berlin?

Private, state-accredited English business university in Berlin. Programs: BSc Business Administration, MSc International Business, MBA. IELTS 5.5 minimum. Fees apply.

Is Victoria tuition-free?

No. Private - €8,000–€15,000/year. HWR Berlin (free, English MSc International Business, IELTS 6.0) is significantly better value.

What IELTS is required?

IELTS 5.5 minimum - among Berlin's lowest thresholds for English business programs.

Is APS required?

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

Is Victoria International University state-accredited?

Yes. Fully state-accredited - Blue Card eligible.

What scholarships are available?

Victoria Merit Scholarship, DAAD Masters (verify eligibility at daad.de), Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month).

Should I choose Victoria or HWR Berlin?

If you can achieve IELTS 6.0, choose HWR Berlin (free, public, same English MSc International Business). Victoria is relevant specifically for IELTS 5.5 students who need to start immediately.

How does Victoria compare to BSBI Berlin?

Both are IELTS 5.5 private English business schools in Berlin at similar price points. BSBI (GUS Group) is larger and more established. Compare both carefully.