Application procedure & deadlines for international applicants - step by step

Self-check of admission requirements
In the admissions database of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), students can check for themselves whether they can be admitted to study in Germany with their academic background. Please note that the individual admission requirements of the respective degree program must also be met.
Applicants who did not obtain their university entrance qualification at a German school should refer to the information provided by the International Office on specific language and academic admission requirements.

1.

Choice of study program

Choose a degree program. You can find our range of courses and the admission requirements here!

2.

Check applicant group

Do you have to apply via Uni-Assist or directly to the university? Check your applicant group!

3.

Application documents

Prepare your application documents.

4.

Observe deadline

Apply by the end of the respective application deadline!

Important: Please make sure that you apply correctly for your studies at Paderborn University! Otherwise your application may not be processed.

We wish you every success with your application!

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Language requirements

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