Many people may have heard that study in Germany for free, especially at public universities. In fact, in 2025, this policy will still exist, but there are details that Thai students should clearly understand.
Public vs. private universities
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Public University: Most are tuition-free, but there is a semester fee of around €250–500 per semester.
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Private University: Average tuition fees are €5,000–15,000 per year.
hidden costs
Even if the tuition is cheap or free, there are still other costs such as:
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Average cost of living: €850–1,000 per month (including accommodation, food, and travel)
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Student health insurance: €80–120 per month
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Scholarships from each university
Scholarships and scholarship opportunities
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DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) scholarship
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Erasmus+
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Scholarships from each university
summarize
While “free education” in Germany is real, you still need to budget for living expenses and other expenses. Therefore, financial planning is important if you want to be confident. IS Guide can help you assess costs and recommend scholarships that are right for you.
