About the university
Hochschule Fresenius Heidelberg is the Heidelberg campus of Hochschule Fresenius, a private university of applied sciences whose roots go back to a chemistry school founded in 1848. In Baden-Württemberg it is state-recognised and run by Hochschule Fresenius für Internationales Management GmbH.
The Heidelberg campus teaches business and management, psychology and business psychology, and real estate. Fees here are lower than at most Fresenius campuses: €750 a month for the programmes we checked, against €850 in cities such as Munich, Cologne and Hamburg.
Indian students should note that almost all Heidelberg programmes are taught in German. The one partly English option is the BA International Business with an International Management focus, which is taught in German and English. If you want a fully English programme, look at the Fresenius campuses in Cologne, Berlin or Munich instead.
Heidelberg is a historic university city on the River Neckar, close to Mannheim and the Rhine-Neckar region's employers.
- Founded
- Hochschule Fresenius dates back to 1848; Heidelberg is one of its campuses
- Type
- Private, state-recognised university of applied sciences in Baden-Württemberg
- Address
- Sickingenstraße 63–65, 69126 Heidelberg
- Tuition
- €750 a month for most Heidelberg programmes
- Registration fee
- €695, one-off
- Intakes
- October; many programmes also start in April
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
BA International Business (International Management)
- Fee / year
- €9,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 semesters with an internship semester
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- Taught in German and English, so you need both languages.
- Undergraduate
BA Business Administration (BWL)
- Fee / year
- €9,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 semesters with an internship semester
- Intakes
- October; April for some campuses
- English
- Taught in German; you need German at university level.
- Undergraduate
BSc Business Psychology (Wirtschaftspsychologie)
- Fee / year
- €9,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 with an internship semester
- Intakes
- October; April; applications open all year
- English
- Taught in German; you need German at university level.
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €9,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- Taught in German; you need German at university level.
- Undergraduate
BA Real Estate Management (Immobilienwirtschaft)
- Fee / year
- €9,000
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 with an internship semester
- Intakes
- October; April for some campuses
- English
- Taught in German; you need German at university level.
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €9,000
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 CP)
- Intakes
- October (April at some campuses)
- English
- Taught in German. Needs a psychology bachelor's (BSc or BA) with a final grade of 'good' or better.
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA International Business (International Management) | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 semesters with an internship semester | €9,000 | ≈ ₹9.5 lakh |
| BA Business Administration (BWL) | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 semesters with an internship semester | €9,000 | ≈ ₹9.5 lakh |
| BSc Business Psychology (Wirtschaftspsychologie) | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 with an internship semester | €9,000 | ≈ ₹9.5 lakh |
| BSc Psychology | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP) | €9,000 | ≈ ₹9.5 lakh |
| BA Real Estate Management (Immobilienwirtschaft) | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 with an internship semester | €9,000 | ≈ ₹9.5 lakh |
| MSc Psychology | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 CP) | €9,000 | ≈ ₹9.5 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Hochschule Fresenius Heidelberg with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- All programmes
Fresenius graduate and sibling discount
Value: 10% off total tuition
Eligibility: Graduates of a Hochschule Fresenius bachelor's or vocational training, and siblings of current or former students.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- You need a school qualification that gives access to German higher education. An Indian Class 12 certificate on its own usually does not; check your case with Fresenius admissions.
- Most bachelor's programmes have no numerus clausus (grade cut-off), and several accept applications all year.
- You need German at university level for the German-taught programmes, and German plus English for International Business.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate for the visa process; see our Germany guide.
Postgraduate
- The MSc Psychology needs a psychology bachelor's with a grade of 'good' or better.
- Fresenius master's generally ask for a 180 CP bachelor's, so a three-year Indian degree can qualify.
- The Heidelberg master's are taught in German.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (for master's)
- German language certificate (and English for International Business)
- CV
- APS certificate
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Language of teaching | German for almost all Heidelberg programmes; German and English for International Business |
| English-only options | Fresenius's fully English programmes (BA International Business Management, MBA) run at other campuses |
| Test scores | The Heidelberg course pages we read do not list English test scores; ask admissions |
Accommodation and living costs
Fresenius does not publish housing figures for Heidelberg on the pages we checked. Students rent rooms in Studierendenwerk halls or shared flats; Heidelberg is a popular student city, so start early. The rows below are German ranges from our Germany guide.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Registration feeCharged by Fresenius on enrolment | €695one-off | ≈ ₹73,670 |
| Room in a student hall (Studierendenwerk)German range from our Germany guide | €250–450per month | ≈ ₹26,500 – ₹47,700 |
| Room in a shared flat (WG)German range from our Germany guide | €350–750per month | ≈ ₹37,100 – ₹79,500 |
| Statutory student health insurance2026 figure from our Germany guide | €135–150per month | ≈ ₹14,310 – ₹15,900 |
Campus and location
The campus is at Sickingenstraße 63–65 in Heidelberg.
- Programmes in business and management, psychology and real estate.
- Tuition at Heidelberg is €750 a month for the programmes we checked, lower than at most Fresenius campuses.
- Many bachelor's include an internship semester.
- Part of the wider Hochschule Fresenius network, with campuses across Germany.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Programmes are career-focused, with internship semesters. Because teaching is in German, graduates are well placed for German-speaking employers. Fresenius does not publish graduate employment figures for Heidelberg on the pages we checked.
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FAQs
How much does Fresenius Heidelberg cost?
Most Heidelberg programmes cost €750 a month (€9,000 a year), plus a one-off €695 registration fee and the semester contribution.
Are there English-taught programmes in Heidelberg?
Only the BA International Business (International Management), which is taught in German and English. Fully English programmes run at other Fresenius campuses.
Do I need German?
Yes, for all Heidelberg programmes. Plan to reach university-level German before you apply.
Is there a discount on fees?
Fresenius gives 10% off total tuition to its own graduates and to siblings of current or former students.
Sources
- Hochschule Fresenius: Heidelberg campus (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Fresenius: BA International Business (International Management) (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Fresenius: BA BWL (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Fresenius: BSc Psychologie (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Fresenius: MSc Psychologie (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Fresenius: costs (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia (German): Hochschule Fresenius (history) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.hs-fresenius.de/standort/heidelberg (opens in a new tab)
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