About Constructor University
Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University Bremen) is a private, English-medium, residential research university located on a 34-hectare campus in Vegesack, Bremen. Founded in 2001, it operates as a non-profit institution and is ranked as Germany's #1 THE-ranked private research university (World University Rankings 2026, position 501–600 globally).
The university is organised into three schools: the School of Science, the School of Computer Science & Engineering, and the School of Business, Social & Decision Sciences. It offers 15 three-year bachelor's programmes, 5 two-year master's programmes, 3 doctoral programmes, an MBA, online degrees, and a pre-degree foundation year. All instruction is in English.
With students from more than 120 nations and approximately 2,000 enrolled students, Constructor University operates one of the most internationally diverse campuses in Europe. All first-year undergraduates are required to live in one of four on-campus residential colleges (C3, Mercator, Nordmetall, Krupp), giving the campus a strong community character distinct from typical German universities.
Key facts
- Founded
- 2001
- Students
- 1,836
- International
- Students from 120+ nations; ~80% international
- Faculties
- 3
Fully English-medium private research university — no German required
Ranked Germany's #1 private university in Times Higher Education 2026
Students from 120+ nations; one of Europe's most international campuses
Mandatory on-campus residential college system for all first-year undergraduates
Three focused schools: Science; Computer Science & Engineering; Business, Social & Decision Sciences
Merit scholarships up to €10,000 automatically considered at admission; income-contingent tuition deferral available
Admissions & costs
Tuition & fees
Constructor University is a private institution and charges tuition. For 2026/2027: undergraduate tuition is €10,000 per semester (€20,000/year) plus university/semester fees of up to €696 per semester. Pre-degree semester tuition is €6,000. Graduate/master's tuition varies by programme (approximately €10,000–€18,000/year — verify per programme on the official site). Merit-based scholarships of up to €10,000 are automatically considered at admission; income-contingent tuition deferral is also available. There is no tuition-free pathway here — this is a fully private university.
Admission requirements
Undergraduate applicants require a recognised secondary school leaving certificate (e.g. Indian Class XII, A-levels, IB). Minimum IELTS 6.5 overall (or TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo 110); native English speakers and students with 6+ years of exclusive English-medium schooling are exempt. No numerus clausus — admission is holistic: transcripts, motivation statement, CV, optional recommendation letter. APS certificate is required for Indian, Chinese, and Vietnamese applicants before the student visa can be issued (standard German consulate requirement, not specific to Constructor). Graduate applicants need a completed bachelor's degree; additional programme-specific requirements (e.g. work experience for MBA) apply. Decisions within 2–4 weeks of a complete application.
Application deadlines
Undergraduate Fall 2026: Early Action October 1 2025 – February 1 2026; Rolling (visa required) February 2 – June 1 2026; Rolling (no visa) February 2 – July 13 2026. Transfer Spring 2026: September 15 – November 30 2025. Graduate Fall 2026: same Early Action and Rolling windows as undergraduate. Online Master's: October 1 2025 – August 14 2026.
Languages of instruction
English (all programmes); no German-taught degree programmes
Campuses & locations
Campus Ring 1, 28759 Bremen (Vegesack); 34 hectares (~17 km from city centre); fully residential undergraduate campus
Living in Bremen
Bremen is a Hanseatic city-state in north-west Germany with a population of around 680,000. It has a compact, walkable old town (Böttcherstraße, the Roland statue — a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a lively student scene around the university district, and good rail connections to Hamburg (1 hour) and Amsterdam. The cost of living is moderate by German standards. Constructor University's campus is in the Vegesack district, roughly 17 km north of the city centre, served by tram and bus.
Student life & support
Undergraduate students live on campus in one of four residential colleges (C3, Mercator, Nordmetall, Krupp), each with a 24/7 resident mentor, communal dining, and its own social character. More than 60 student clubs and 100 annual events cover cultural festivals (Holi, Deepavali, Chinese New Year), sports, arts, and community governance. The Sports and Convention Center has four multi-purpose halls, a rowing tank, fitness centre, tennis and basketball courts, and swimming access. The Arts & Culture Center includes a theatre, concert hall, and music studio. Student governance bodies (USG for undergraduates, GSA for graduates) manage budgets and advocacy. The student-run bar TOS hosts weekly open events.
56
Accredited Programmes
37
Bachelor/Bakkalaureus
19
Master
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