Dues and fees for the summer semester 2016
| Students in undergraduate as well as consecutive courses of study (normal case) as well as doctoral candidates* | |
| Administration fee: | 75 Euro |
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| Student body fee: | 154 Euro 97 Cent |
| Students who are enrolled in a course of study with a course fee | |
| Administration fee: | 75 Euro |
| Long-term students (study credit account consumed; generally after exceeding the standard course length by more than six semesters)* | |
| Fee for long-running studies: | 500 Euro |
| Students who have reached the age of 60 | |
| Tuition fee: | 800 Euro |
| Students on leave of absence** (as long as the leave of absence takes place within the renewal period) | |
| only Studentenwerk fee: | 62 Euro |
| Guest students | |
| 1 - 4 semester week hours: | 75 Euro |
* For some degree programmes, fees deviating from this amount are charged (currently Sustainable International Agriculture).
The cost of living in Göttingen
How each individual budgets their living costs depends on their personal needs and preferences. As Göttingen is a typical student town, the price level is comparatively low. The Göttingen Student’s Association, called “Studentenwerk”, provides a good and affordable basic infrastructure with numerous dormitories, cafeterias and dining facilities. Many of the cultural and sports facilities and public transport services also give student discounts and the "Semesterticket" allows further savings.
To cover the cost of living in Göttingen, you currently need at least 600 to 700 € a month.
Particularly international students should note that it is not possible to study in Germany without sufficient financing. Often, international students will start their studies in Germany without having sufficient funds to last for the duration of their studies. Regrettably, many must break off their studies for this reason after a few semesters. To avoid such a situation, we urgently advise you to secure future funding for your studies well in advance.
