Technical University of Munich (TUM)
The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is a public university in Germany with sites in Munich, Garching, Weihenstephan/Freising, Straubing and Heilbronn. This guide summarises what it publishes on applying, fees and scholarships.
Fees, deadlines and requirements can change; confirm them on the university's official pages before applying. Information last reviewed: 3 October 2026
About
THE lists about 37,205 students and 43% international (THE data) and seven schools.
Location
The main campus is in Munich, with other sites in Garching, Weihenstephan/Freising, Straubing and Heilbronn.
World rankings
| Ranking body | Overall rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | 25 (2027) | Link |
| Times Higher Education (THE) | 25 (2027) | Link |
| U.S. News Best Global Universities | Not verified at source | — |
| ARWU / Shanghai Ranking | 45 (2026) | Link |
Figures above are overall institutional ranks, not subject rankings. Rankings change every year; check each ranking body for the latest edition.
Programmes
- Bachelor's and master's programmes, some in English and some in German; each programme's regulations (FPSO) set its requirements. Programme lists are not reproduced here.
- Doctorate: doctoral students are exempt from tuition; the admission route was not verified.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's
Applicants with a non-German entrance qualification use the Application Info Portal. The process often includes uni-assist preliminary documentation (VPD), language certificates and visa steps. Some bachelor's programmes (e.g. Aerospace, Information Engineering) have additional procedures.
Master's and doctorate
Requirements are programme-specific, and English proficiency for master's cannot be proven by school grades such as the Abitur.
English language requirements
For English-taught programmes, proof of English is submitted with the online application, and the accepted tests and levels are set in each programme's regulations (FPSO). German-taught programmes require German proof (KMK list). The pages we read give no uniform numeric scores; check your programme's FPSO.
Fees and cost of living
Non-EU/EEA students newly enrolling in bachelor's or master's programmes usually pay tuition; EU/EEA, doctoral and exchange students are exempt. The page states typically EUR 2,000-3,000 per semester for bachelor's and EUR 4,000-6,000 per semester for master's; the exact amount is on each programme page. A separate semester contribution applies.
Application deadlines
Winter semester runs 1 Oct - 31 Mar and summer semester 1 Apr - 30 Sep. Exact application deadlines are in a downloadable calendar we could not read; check the application page.
Scholarships and financial aid
TUM lists a scholarship for international students of EUR 500-1,800 one-time per semester, plus waiver scholarships for merit or need. Each has deadlines and approval is not automatic.
International students
TUM provides an Application Info Portal for international applicants.
Campus life and housing
We did not verify housing. We could not verify this detail on a current official page; check the link under Sources before applying.
Why students choose it
- 43% international students per THE.
- A scholarship aimed at international students.
- Doctoral students are exempt from tuition.
How to apply
- Choose the programme and level (bachelor's / master's / PhD) that fits your academic background.
- Check admission, language and deadline details on the university's official page (links under Sources).
- Prepare documents: transcripts, certificates, passport, English test result, and any essays or references required.
- Submit through the university portal, Common App or UCAS depending on the institution, and pay any fee.
- After admission: obtain the admission document (e.g. I-20 or CAS), then visa and housing.
Almorad helps prepare and follow up your application but cannot guarantee admission; the decision belongs to the university. Contact us or browse the universities list.
FAQ
What are TUM tuition fees for non-EU students?
The university states typically EUR 2,000-3,000 per semester for bachelor's and EUR 4,000-6,000 for master's; the exact figure is on the programme page.
Is TUM taught in English?
Some programmes are in English and some in German, depending on the programme.
How do I apply to TUM?
Through the Application Info Portal; uni-assist VPD may be needed.
Are scholarships available?
Yes: a TUM scholarship for international students of EUR 500-1,800 one-time per semester and waiver scholarships, with their own deadlines.
Sources
- Official website — https://www.tum.de/en/
- Admission — https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application/application-info-portal
- Admission — https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application/application-info-portal/admission-requirements/language-certificates
- Admission — https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition
- Fees — https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees
- Deadlines — https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application/application-info-portal/dates-periods-and-deadlines
- International office — https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application
- Ranking QS — https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/technical-university-munich
- Ranking THE — https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/technical-university-munich
- Ranking ARWU — https://shanghairanking.com/institution/technical-university-of-munich
Cover photo: TUM Arcisstrasse — Rufus46, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Gallery photos: High Contrast, CC BY 3.0 de (×2); Aisano, CC0; Lm 1909, CC BY-SA 4.0 — via Wikimedia Commons.
