Universität Leipzig

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Founded in 1409, one of the world's oldest continuously operating universities, alma mater of Goethe and Nietzsche.

Highlights

One of the world's oldest continuously operating universities since 1409
Historic ties to Goethe and Nietzsche
Home to one of Germany's leading sports science institutes

Students

~30,000

Teaching Language

Mostly German, some English master's programs

Tuition

~€200 semester contribution

Popular Programs

Law, Medicine, Sports Science

Pros

A prestigious university with a rich historic legacy
Leipzig's vibrant, affordable city life
A strong reputation in law and sports science

Things to Consider

High application competition in popular subjects
Large student numbers mean crowded courses
Relatively fewer English-taught programs in eastern Germany

History

Founded in 1409, Universität Leipzig is one of the world's oldest continuously operating universities; Goethe, Nietzsche and Leibniz studied or taught here.

Strong in law, medicine, the humanities and sports science, home to one of Germany's leading sports science institutes.

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