University of Duisburg-Essen

University of Duisburg-Essen is based in Essen, Germany. It offers a broad mix of teaching, research activity, and student-focused services. Its student experience is shaped by an international atmosphere, with partnerships and mobility across many countries. For many students, a major draw is the international environment created through cross-border partnerships and exchange.

Rankings

#31 (National rank)▼

National rank

Ranked #31 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #31 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #37 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #37 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #372 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

World rank

Ranked #372 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗

Incoming Erasmus

142+ Students/Year

Semester Dates

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Autumn Term

14 Sept - 5 Feb

Spring Term

15 Feb - 2 Jul

Drinks

Pint 🍺: €3.7Wine 🍷: €4.8

Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.)

0 € / 510 €

Monthly Rent (Est.)

400 €

On-Campus Housing

❌ None

Erasmus student network

✅ Active

Affordability Score

9/10

Total Students

38,685

English Programs

✅ Courses AvailableOfficial Catalogue ↗

Official Portal

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