Finances
Study Fees and other costs
BA program fees:
Non-EU Nationals (International)
- Tuition Fee – 4,190 EUR per semester, payable per semester (Faculty of Business Administration)
- Tuition Fee – 4,640 EUR per semester, payable per semester (Faculty of Architecture & Design)
- Registration Fee – 750 EUR one-time, non-refundable
MA/MBA program fees:
Non-EU Nationals (International)
- Tuition Fee (2-year program) – 5,550 EUR per semester, payable per semester
- Tuition Fee (1-year program) – 6,500 EUR per semester, payable per semester
- Registration Fee – 750 EUR one-time, non-refundable
Semester ticket:
Since 2014, the purchase of a semester ticket for public transport in Berlin zones ABC has been mandatory for all students of Berlin International. Students are required to pay for the ticket along with their tuition fee.
The agreed price of the semester ticket is currently around 200 EUR per semester. More information can be found here.
You can get an overview of the full study fees per program here.
In addition to the study fees, we recommend calculating the following costs:
- Accommodation – around 500 – 800 EUR per month
- Living costs – around 200 – 400 EUR per month (depending on your lifestyle)
- German health insurance coverage – around 120 EUR per month
- Materials cost for design and architecture students – around 150 EUR per semester
How to pay the fees
Your offer letter includes the initial fee required to accept your study place. This fee covers the first of six monthly installments for EU citizens or the full fee for the first semester for non-EU citizens, as well as the fee for a semester ticket for Berlin public transport and the one-time, non-refundable registration fee.
You may choose to pay by bank transfer or online via TransferMate. The bank details can be found in your offer letter.
Here you can find more information about online payment via TransferMate:
TransferMate offers the easiest way for international students to transfer their tuition fees. By using the TransferMate service, you can pay in your local currency at your local bank and receive a competitive exchange rate with no transfer fees. TransferMate makes it easier and more affordable for international students to send their fees to Berlin International University of Applied Sciences.
What are the benefits?
- Payment in local currency
- Optimized payment process
- No fees for international senders/recipients – attractive exchange rates
- 24-hour TransferMate customer service
- 24-hour online payment tracking
- Bulk payment options
With TransferMate, you can make your payments to Berlin International University of Applied Sciences free of charge, without paying international bank fees, and receive an attractive exchange rate.
Pay your fees now!
STEP 1: Check your invoice number.
STEP 2: Visit the payment website and complete the short registration form. Click “YES” if you are ready to pay today, then select “Process Transaction.”
STEP 3: Transfer the amount in your currency to the specified bank account.
STEP 4: Send an email to confirm@TransferMate.com with your payment confirmation, a copy of your student ID, and your offer or invoice issued by Berlin International University of Applied Sciences.
STEP 5: Once TransferMate receives your funds and the required documents, they will transfer the money to Berlin International University of Applied Sciences. Done!
The next payment, after you begin your studies with us, is due at the end of your first month of study (for EU citizens) or at the end of your first semester (for non-EU citizens).
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Financing – BaföG and other support
BAföG
The German federal government provides student loans for German students in need of financial support. Only a part of each loan has to be paid back. The situation of each student is evaluated individually, according to general criteria. Berlin International students can apply for financial support when they begin their studies. International students who have resided in Germany for a number of years may also be eligible for this support. Complete information on how to apply, what criteria are evaluated, and who is eligible for financial support can be found on the German-language website for the BAföG financial support system: BAföG Information Pages – Federal Ministry of Education and Research. An application is possible both before and after applicants have started their studies at Berlin International.
Other governmental support
If you are not a German citizen, you may want to check if your country’s government offers any financial support for students.
From experience we know that this is offered e.g. from Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands.
The Student Affairs team will be happy to fill in and provide any forms you may need to apply for support in your country.
DAKA and student loans
If you require another alternative as financial support while studying at BI, we can recommend the DAKA Berlin, a non-profit credit union that provides student loans. For 65 years, the DAKA has provided additional funding for students of its member institutions, and does so without regard to age, income, or nationality. Please find more information here.
Other scholarships
There are general scholarships available and you can find information through a simple online search. Upon request we can also provide you with a list of useful websites to start your search.
Student jobs
Another way to help finance yourself will be by taking on a student job. Your study program will be intensive, with around 25 in-class hours and 20 hours for self-study. Any work will need to be scheduled around the class timings, as timetables are not flexible to be arranged according to your individual needs.
If you will be in Germany on a student visa, please ensure you do not exceed the maximum number of hours you are allowed to work. This may be restricted to 140 days of 8 hours, or 280 days of 4 hours per annum.
Berlin International does offer part-time student assistant jobs on a regular basis or for certain events on campus. Once you are a registered student, you will be informed of such vacancies..
