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RWTH Aachen University

Aachen, North Rhine Westphalia 🇩🇪 Germany

  • THE 2026 Joint #92

Overview

RWTH Aachen University is a university in Aachen, North Rhine Westphalia, in Germany. It appears in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 at joint #92.

According to the data published with the THE 2026 rankings, it has around 27,662 students, about 33% of them international and a student-to-staff ratio of 35.1.

Course lists, entry requirements and fees change from year to year, so confirm the details on the official university website.

University Rankings

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Student Visa

General guidance for studying in Germany:

Before you travel, check what kind of study permission Germany requires for your nationality and course. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can usually study without a visa but may need to register their residence; other students usually need a long-stay visa or residence permit. A short-stay Schengen visa is not normally enough for a full degree programme.

Requirements can differ by nationality, programme and length of stay. Depending on the rules, you may be asked for:

  • an offer or confirmation of enrolment from a recognised institution
  • a valid passport and passport photos
  • evidence that you can cover tuition and living costs
  • health insurance and, in some cases, medical checks
  • proof of language ability or previous qualifications

Visa rules and fees change, so always check the current requirements with official government sources before you apply. Official information: German Federal Foreign Office (official government website).

Visa rules change. Always check the current requirements on the official government immigration website.

Documents Required for Admission

  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree or school-leaving certificate
  • Passport
  • English-language test result
  • Personal statement or statement of purpose
  • Letters of recommendation
  • CV / résumé (often for postgraduate and MBA)
  • Portfolio (for creative courses)
  • Financial documents (where required)

Document requirements can vary by course and study level. Always check the official university requirements for your programme.

International Students

International students make up about 33% of the student body, according to the data published with the THE World University Rankings 2026.

Before applying, check the university’s international pages for entry and English language requirements, visa guidance, accommodation and arrival support.

University Information & Contact

Address
Templergraben 55, Aachen, North Rhine Westphalia 52056
Official website
rwth-aachen.de (opens in a new tab)

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