Study costs
What does (my) degree cost?
Studying is an investment into your future. But how much does a degree actually cost? Here you will find information about fees that you may have to pay during your studies as well as financing options.
Depending on where you study and what subject you study, studying can be expensive. In addition to fees charged by the respective educational institutions, costs for accommodation and meals, public transport as well as textbook fees and, depending on the degree programme, money for seminars, trips and/or equipment must be well budgeted and planned for. A budget plan can help you keep track of your income and expenses and keep your finances 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 state support BAföG which is intended to make it possible for everyone to take up an education, regardless of their social and economic situation. Therefore, scholarships can also provide financial support during your studies. Many students live together in shared flats or student residence, student halls of residence, to reduce the cost of rental. Textbooks can be borrowed at the library rather than having to buy them.
What are the RWU FEES?
The University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg Weingarten is a state university and therefore does not charge tuition fees for first-year students. Each semester the, so-called, semester fee is charged, estimated to be around 180 euros. In addition to the semester fee, additional fees may be required depending on the degree programme. In addition to the semester fee, a once off fee for your student ID card is charged.
All you need to know regarding semester fees, second tuition fees and financial support through BAföG and scholarships is compiled on this psge at a glance.
FAQ Semester fee
FAQ Tuition Fees for International Students
FAQ Second tuition fee
FAQ Tuition fees for part-time degree programmes
Other fees
BAföG & Scholarships
Financing your studies with BAföG
BAföG stands for Berufsausbildungsförderungsgesetz (Vocational Training Assistance Act) and is a state social benefit intended to enable everyone to complete an education, regardless of their social and economic situation. Half of the funding is granted as a grant and half as an interest-free loan.
- The training grant is awarded 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 duration of support is based on the standard period of study of the respective degree programme.
- Students with children receive a care allowance.
- Funding also continues 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 website of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research BAföG.
FAQ BAföG
How do I find a scholarship?
There are many scholarships that students can apply for. Some scholarships are available to students of a specific subject or students with special requirements, while many are open to all students regardless of their subject.
There are many places to apply for a scholarship. We can recommend the following websites:
Special support programmes
Initiative ArbeiterKind
The initiative ArbeiterKind.de supports pupils from non-academic backgrounds on their way to successfully completing their studies.
More info: www.arbeiterkind.de
Germany Scholarship
Since 2011, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research has been awarding Germany Scholarships for gifted students in cooperation with private sponsors. General information can be found at https://www.deutschlandstipendium.de/.
Deadlines and modalities for applying for a Germany Scholarship at RWU can be found in the FAQ.
Scholarships
Internships & part-time 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?
- Seezeit Job Exchange of the Seezeit Student Union
- Jobteaser
Other popular platforms for students:
There are numerous companies and businesses in the region that regularly advertise internships, dissertations and working student positions. It's worth looking directly in the companies' job advertisements.