University of Cologne

Admission criteria for international students vary depending on the chosen study level and faculty guidelines:

• Undergraduate Programs: A recognized school-leaving certificate equivalent to the German Abitur (such as international secondary credentials or completion of a Studienkolleg foundation course). Most German-taught programs require verified German language proficiency (e.g., DSH-2 or TestDaF).
• Postgraduate Programs: An accredited undergraduate bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from an approved higher education institution with strong academic transcripts.
• Application Documents: Certified academic records, university entrance qualifications, curriculum vitae (CV), letters of motivation, and official language test credentials.