Study costs
What does My study cost?
Studying is an investment in your own future. But how much does studying actually cost? On this page you will find information about fees that you may have to pay during your studies as well as financing options.
Depending on the place of study and the subject, studying can be expensive. In addition to fees charged by the respective educational institutions, costs for room and board, public transportation as well as book fees and, depending on the course of study, money for seminar travel or equipment must be budgeted for. A budget plan can help keep track of income and expenses and keep the financial budget balanced.
How can costs be reduced?
In many cases, parents and relatives help to cover the monthly costs. But this depends on the individual financial situation and is not always possible. For such cases, there is the state support BAföG, which is intended to enable everyone to take up an education, regardless of their social and economic situation. Scholarships can also serve as a financial support during studies. Many students live together in shared apartments or student dormitories to reduce rental costs. Books can be borrowed from the library instead of purchased.
What fees does RWU charge?
The Hochschule-Ravensburg Weingarten is a state university and for this reason does not charge tuition fees for first-year students. Each semester, the so-called semester fee is charged, which amounts to around 180 euros. In addition to the semester fee, other fees may be charged depending on the subject. In addition to the semester fee, a one-time fee is charged for the student ID card.
Everything you need to know about semester fees, second tuition fees and financial support through BAföG and scholarships can be found on this page at a glance.
FAQ Tuition
FAQ Tuition for International Students
FAQ Tuition for Second Degrees
FAQ Tuition for non-consecutive Master's Degree Programs
Other Fees
BAföG & Scholarships
BAföG
Financing studies with BAföG
BAföG stands for Berufsausbildungsförderungsgesetz (Vocational Training Assistance Act) and is a state social benefit designed to enable everyone to complete an education, regardless of their social and economic situation. Half of the support is granted as a grant and half as an interest-free loan.
- The training subsidy is granted at the earliest at the beginning of the training, at the latest at the beginning of the month in which the application is submitted.
- The maximum period of support is based on the standard period of study of the respective course of study.
- Students with children receive a care allowance.
- Funding is also continued during practical semesters and semesters abroad; depending on the country, supplements and travel allowances are also granted for BAföG abroad.
Detailed information on BAföG can be found on the BAföGpage of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research.
FAQ BAföG
How do I find a scholarship?
There are numerous scholarships that students can apply for. Some scholarships are available to students in a specific field or students with special requirements, while many are for all students regardless of their field of study.
There are various places to search for a scholarship. We recommend the following websites:
Special Support Programs
Initiative ArbeiterKind
The initiative ArbeiterKind.de supports students from non-academic backgrounds on their way to successfully completing their studies.
More info: www.arbeiterkind.de
Soroptimist international Ravensburg-Weingarten
Every winter semester, Soroptimist International awards a scholarship to female students in the Applied Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physical Engineering bachelor's degree programs. Female students enrolled in the Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Optical Systems Technology, Environmental and Process Engineering, and Product Development in Mechanical Engineering master's degree programs are also eligible. You can learn more about the terms and conditions here: Satzung Soroptimist Stipendium
FAQ Scholarships
Internships & Side jobs
Study & Work
Studying costs money. The costs cannot always be covered by BaföG, scholarships or student loans. Whether it's a part-time job or a student trainee position: many students work while they study. This not only brings money into the coffers, but also makes it possible to gain professional experience.
Which portals are there specifically for RWU students?
- Jobbörse Seezeit of the Studierendenwerk Seezeit
- Jobteaser
Other popular platforms for students:
In the region, there are numerous companies and businesses that regularly advertise internships, final theses as well as working student positions. It is worthwhile to look directly in the job advertisements of the companies.