Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
đ Munich, Bavaria
One of Europe's oldest and most prestigious universities, LMU is a research powerhouse especially strong in medicine, the humanities and natural sciences.
Fields of study
Popular programmes
- đMSc Economics
- đMSc Neurosciences
- đMA Media, Management & Digital Technologies
- đMSc Physics
Admission requirements
Programme-specific minimums vary â confirm on the official programme page before applying.
- Academic / GPA
- Bachelor's with ~70â75% (German 2.5 or higher). Programme-specific minimums vary.
- English (IELTS / TOEFL)
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 88+ for English-taught programmes
- German language
- DSH 2 / TestDaF 4Ã4 / Goethe C2 for German-taught programmes (most LMU Bachelor's are in German).
- Other documents & expectations
- Subject-relevant Bachelor's degree
- Letter of Motivation + CV
- Some humanities programmes require a writing sample
Application deadlines
Deadlines change yearly â always verify on the official programme page.
đ Winter intake (starts October)
Master's: 1 April â 15 July. Bachelor's (German programmes): 15 July.
đ¸ Summer intake (starts April)
15 January for most programmes (limited intake).
âšī¸ International applicants for German-language programmes should apply 6+ weeks earlier than EU students to allow time for credential checks.
How to apply
Both uni-assist and direct (depends on programme)
Some programmes go through uni-assist, others accept direct applications. Check the programme page to confirm.
Open the application portal âGot admission? Here's what to do next.
Every international student needs the same three things to study at this university: an offer letter, a blocked account, and health insurance. Here's the honest order.
đ How to apply â step by step
Tailored for this university's application route.
- 1Check the specific programme page â it tells you whether to apply via uni-assist or direct.
- 2If uni-assist: create an account at uni-assist.de and pay ~âŦ75 for the first application.
- 3If direct: create an account on the university's official portal (linked above).
- 4Upload certified copies of your degree, transcripts, language test, CV and motivation letter.
- 5Wait 4â10 weeks for the admission decision.
- 6Accept the offer and complete enrolment (Immatrikulation) to receive your enrolment letter.
đŗ Open a blocked account
German embassies require proof you have ~âŦ11,904 for one year. A blocked account (Sperrkonto) is the standard way to show this.
Expatrio
Berlin-based fintech designed for international students â quick, English-friendly, popular bundle option.
Fintiba
One of Germany's longest-running blocked-account fintechs, very widely used by international students.
đŠē Health insurance
You need pre-arrival travel + health insurance for your visa appointment. Once you arrive and enrol, switch to public insurance (TK / DAK) if you are under 30.
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Most international students applying via Expatrio â comes bundled with the blocked account.
Mawista Student
Students using Fintiba, or those who want standalone visa insurance without bundling.
đ Student visa process
With your offer letter, blocked account, and insurance in hand, you're ready to apply for the student visa at your German embassy. Plan 4â12 weeks for the visa decision.
Frequently asked questions
Answers based on the most-asked questions about LMU.
Is LMU tuition-free for international students?+
Yes. Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is a public university in Bavaria where tuition is âŦ0 per semester for international students. You still pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) of about âŦ144, which typically includes a public-transport ticket.
What English language score does LMU require?+
For English-taught programmes, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich typically requires IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 88+ for English-taught programmes. Programme-specific minimums can vary â always confirm on the official programme page.
When is the application deadline for LMU?+
For winter intake (programmes starting in October), the deadline is typically: Master's: 1 April â 15 July. Bachelor's (German programmes): 15 July. For summer intake: 15 January for most programmes (limited intake).
How do I apply to LMU?+
LMU uses both routes â uni-assist for some programmes and direct application for others. The programme page on the university website tells you which route to use.
Is LMU a good university?+
Yes. Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world â currently around #59 globally. It is particularly strong in Medicine, Law, Humanities.
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Living in Munich
Average ~âŦ1,300/month, rent ~âŦ750/month.
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Visa walkthrough
Step-by-step from offer letter to embassy appointment.
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