Paderborn University 2023-2024 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

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University of Paderborn is one of the best public universities in Germany famous for receiving prestigious awards and rankings in research studies. Programs at University of Paderborn include over 120 options leading to over 63 degree options in bachelor and master levels. The university is ranked 44th in Germany and is also known for its friendly campus for the students.

With an acceptance rate of 50% the admission process the university is not very easy to get into for students aspiring to study in Germany. Admissions in the university begins from October to September. The basic requirement for admission is a student's academic excellence and background studies related to the course opted for high studies.

The university offers admissions in winter and summer semesters. There is a provision to offer scholarships to international students in both categories of undergraduates and graduates valued around 2000-2500 EUR. The annual cost to attend the university is approximately 2,000 EUR.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online
Academic Calendar	Semester based
Application fee	Nil
Percentage of International Students	9%
Acceptance Rate	50%
Admission help desk	+49 5251 60-1818

Application Deadlines

The students can submit their application through Uni-assist or directly to the university, the deadlines for the both are as follows:

Semesters	Application submission mode	Deadlines
Winter (Semester starting in October)	Uni-Assist	31 May
Summer (Semester starting in April)	Uni-Assist	30 November
Winter (Semester starting in October)	University	15 March
Summer (Semester starting in April)	University	15 September

University of Paderborn International student Admission

The University of Paderborn is a multicultural university that welcomes students from around the world. International students can apply to the University through the portal or online application. There are some documents to be submitted to the University for admission. Along with the documents, English proficiency test scores are also required for international students.

Application Portal: Online University site or through Uni-assist
Application fee: Nil
General requirements:

Secondary school leaving certificate
Transcript of all the academic qualifications
Passport ID pages copy
Standardized test scores to study in Germany
Health Insurance
English Language proficiency scores
Evidence of enough funds
Statement of Purpose
Passed assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung) in a preparatory program (Studienkolleg)
Letters of Recommendation
Any other required document

German and English Proficiency Test Scores

International students opting for German language as medium of instruction must demonstrate competency in German language through any of the recognised test accepted by the university else all non-native English language speakers need to submit English language proficiency test scores:

Name of the test	Minimum scores required
DSH Test	Level 2
TestDaf Certificate	Level 4 in all sections
Goethe Certificate	C2
TOEFL iBT	79-87
IELTS	6.0-7.0

German Student Visa Requirements

Students who wish to study in Germany must apply either for a Schengen visa (for a short period) or National Visa (for a longer stay).

The documents required to apply for the study visa to Germany are :

Application form
Passport
Financial statement in the form of bank details
Passport size photographs
Transcripts
Acceptance letter from University
Certificates of past work and academics
Proof of German/English language proficiency
Any other relevant document

University of Paderborn International Undergraduate Admission

UG at University of Paderborn includes a variety of courses in STEM, Art and Management subjects. Admission is provided to those who have strong academic backgrounds. The process for the undergraduate admissions is as follows:

Application Portal: Online on University site or through Uni-Assist online portal
Application Fee- The University does not charge any fee for application
Requirements

Application form
Secondary level school leaving certificate
Transcripts
University entrance certificate
Passport ID pages
Proof of Finances
Resume
Proof of German language test
English proficiency test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
Statement of Purpose
Letters of Recommendation
Any other required document

University of Paderborn International Graduate Admission

PG at University of Paderborn are also offered in German and English mediums. The range of courses include STEM subjects, Pure sciences,Management etc.

The process to apply for the master programs is as under:

Application Portal : Online on University site or through Uni-Assist online portal
Application Fee- Nil
Documents Required

Bachelor’s degree in a specific stream from recognized university
Academic Transcripts
English proficiency test scores
GRE revised general test or good CGPA
University entrance certificate
Statement of Purpose
Evidences of finances
Supporting documents on course-basis.

The following table provides you with information on some popular courses and the requirements:

Course name	GPA	IELTS	TOEFL iBT	SOP	Resume
M Sc Computer Engineering	NA	6.5	80	Required	Required
MA English and American Culture studies	NA	7.0	100	Required	Required
M.Sc International Economics and Management	2.5 - 3.0 (80-85%)	6.5	87	Required	Required
M.Sc Material Science	2.5 - 3.0 (80-85%)	6.0	80	Required	Required
M.Sc Applied Neurosciences in Sports & Exercises	2.5 (80%)	5.5	87	Required	Required

The University of Paderborn has deadlines for the applications, and applicants are required to meet them. Applicants will receive the confirmation mail of their enrollment. This may take a few days, so for any queries students can contact the university through telephone or email. Students must observe that the enrollment forms will be processed in the order in which they are received.

FAQs

Ques. If the language test has been postponed, can a student still apply without the language certificate?

There are some alternative dates mentioned for German language tests like TestDaf which will be conducted on 9/9/2023, 9/11/2023, 17/2/2024. And some of the other language tests are providing special home tests during this pandemic and are accepted by universities.

Ques. Where to submit the application for the University of Paderborn?

Upload the completed application in one PDF to Mobility Online or students can also apply through the Uni-Assist portal. Students should make sure that they submit the application before the deadlines.

Ques. What next after I submit the application?

Once the student submits the completed application with the necessary documents to the International office. The application will be forwarded to the specific faculty. If you have been shortlisted, you will get an invitation for a personal interview.

Ques. What are the requirements to enrol for a masters program?

The students must submit the following: Passport, proof of payment of semester fee, health insurance certificate, filled matriculation form, certificate of no objection only if you have registered as a degree student at German University before.

Ques. Will the winter term 2023/24 start as scheduled?

The orientation is on October 1, 2023, and the actual classes have been postponed to October 11, 2023. For more information on the start date of lectures visit the registrar’s office’s website on the Paderborn University website.