Fees and Expenses
Semester Contribution
You will only need to pay a small semester contribution of currently Euro 138.30 for the first semester and Euro 118.30 for any further semester ("Rückmeldung"). This contribution covers administrative and support costs. Furthermore, if needed you can access a cheaper public transportation ticket and access to the university’s inexpensive student cafeteria (Mensa).
Typical Student Budget
Costs for daily activities and personal expenses in Worms are relatively low in comparison with many other cities in Germany.
| Category | Average monthly expense |
| Accommodation | approx. Euro 250-400 |
| Food | approx. Euro 350 |
| Books, supplies, study materials | approx. Euro 50 |
| Health insurance | approx. Euro 80 |
| Total average costs per month | approx. Euro 800 |
Visa & Residency Permit
If you’re planning to study in Germany, you will need a visa and residency permit.
You will not require a visa to enter Germany if you possess a valid passport from an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. However, please make sure your passport is valid long enough, and if necessary, renew it as early as possible before leaving for Germany.
Before your arrival in Germany:
If you’re coming to Worms from Australia, Israel, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, South Korea or the USA, it is possible to enter Germany on a tourist visa and then register for a longer-term visa after you arrive.
