IU Internationale Hochschule

IU is a private university and charges tuition fees for all programmes. Distance learning starts from approximately €259 per month depending on programme and chosen time model. Dual study programmes are typically financed by the partner company (€0 cost to the student). On-campus tuition fees vary by programme; specific per-semester figures are published on individual programme pages. IU does not charge differentiated fees for EU vs. non-EU students as a stated policy, but students should verify on programme pages. As a private institution, the Baden-Württemberg non-EU surcharge (€1,500/semester) does not apply — IU sets its own fee schedule. Scholarships include the IU 'Sorgenfrei' Scholarship (funded by Santander) and the FirstGen Funding Programme for first-generation students.

IU does not operate a Numerus Clausus (NC); no minimum grade threshold applies. For bachelor's admission, applicants need a general higher education entrance qualification equivalent to the German Abitur (e.g. Indian Class XII from a recognised board, or a completed qualification recognised under anabin). An alternative route for those without Abitur requires at least two years of vocational training plus three years of relevant work experience. For master's admission, a completed bachelor's degree is required; a professional route (no bachelor's) is available with at least six years of relevant professional experience including three in a senior role, plus an IU qualifying examination. Language requirements: German-taught programmes require B2 (C1 for psychology specialisations); English-taught programmes require TOEFL iBT 80+, IELTS 6.0+, Duolingo 95+, or Cambridge B. Indian and Vietnamese applicants whose prior qualification was obtained in India or Vietnam must hold a valid APS certificate (Akademische Prüfstelle) before applying to on-campus bachelor's programmes; APS is not required for purely online/distance learning enrolment. Specific programme requirements are listed on individual programme pages.

Distance learning programmes have rolling admission with no fixed application deadline — students can start at any time. On-campus and dual-study programmes offer up to three start dates per year: 1 January, 1 April, and 1 October. Specific application cut-off dates per intake are not published centrally; applicants should confirm directly via the IU application portal or student advisory service.

Programmes are offered in both German and English. German-taught bachelor's and master's programmes require B2 German (C1 required for psychology-related programmes). English-taught programmes accept TOEFL iBT 80+, IELTS 6.0+, Duolingo English Test 95+, or Cambridge Certificate grade B or above. The majority of master's programmes in STEM and business are available in English via distance learning.