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Study History in Germany 🇩🇪

Germany offers 52 History programs across 39 universities. Tuition ranges from $0k–$3k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students.

52 Programs
39 Universities
$0k–$3k/yr Tuition
10% Scholarships

Why Germany for History?

Living Cost

$11,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Germany →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (30) Master (15) PhD (7)

Top Universities for History in Germany

University of Freiburg

Freiburg · National rank #5 · QS #201

History · Bachelor PhD in History · PhD
University of Kiel

Kiel · National rank #7 · QS #618

History · Bachelor
University of Hamburg

Hamburg · National rank #9 · QS #193

History · Master
University of Bayreuth

Bayreuth · National rank #9 · QS #448

History · Bachelor
University of Dresden

Dresden · National rank #16 · QS #218

History · Master
University of Greifswald

Greifswald · National rank #21

History · Bachelor
University of Marburg

Marburg · National rank #21 · QS #771

History · Bachelor
University of Giessen

Giessen · National rank #22 · QS #496

History (Master) · Master History · Bachelor
University of Konstanz

Konstanz · National rank #23 · QS #440

History · Master
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg

Halle · National rank #32 · QS #751

History · Bachelor
University of Augsburg

Augsburg · National rank #43 · QS #511

Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor PhD in History · PhD Master of Arts in History · Master
Geschichte (History) · Bachelor PhD in History · PhD
History · Bachelor Historical Studies · Master
Geschichtswissenschaft (History) · Bachelor History · Master
History · Bachelor
History · Master
History · Bachelor
History · Bachelor
History · Bachelor
History · Bachelor

All Programs

History

University of Greifswald

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

University of Augsburg

Bachelor

PhD in History

University of Augsburg

PhD

History

University of Kiel

Bachelor

Geschichte (History)

University of Trier

Bachelor

History

University of Düsseldorf

Bachelor

PhD in History

University of Trier

PhD

Historical Studies

University of Düsseldorf

Master

History

University of Hamburg

Master

History

University of Marburg

Bachelor

Master of Arts in History

University of Augsburg

Master

Geschichtswissenschaft (History)

University of Erfurt

Bachelor Aid

History

University of Konstanz

Master

History

University of Bayreuth

Bachelor

History

University of Freiburg

Bachelor

PhD in History

University of Freiburg

PhD

History (Master)

University of Giessen

Master

History

Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg

Bachelor

History

University of Regensburg

Bachelor

History

University of Jena

Master

History

Ernst Moritz Arndt University

Bachelor

History

University of Halle-Wittenberg

Bachelor

History

University of Tübingen

Bachelor

History

University of Osnabrück

Bachelor

Doctoral Program in History

Freie Universität Berlin

PhD

History

University of Cologne

Bachelor

History

University of Erfurt

Master Aid

History

Freie Universität Berlin

Master

Global History

Freie Universität Berlin

Master

Münster Doctoral School of History

University of Münster

PhD Aid

History

University of Bonn

Bachelor

History

University of Erlangen-Nuremberg

Master Aid

Atlantic Studies in History, Culture and Society

Universität Hannover

Master

History

Universität Kiel

Bachelor

History

University of Heidelberg

Bachelor

History

University of Bamberg

Bachelor

History

Universität Mainz

Bachelor

History

Universität Oldenburg

Bachelor

History

University of Mainz

Bachelor

Ancient History

University of Mainz

Master

PhD in History

University of Mainz

PhD

History

Universität Greifswald

Bachelor

History

University of Dresden

Master

History

University of Potsdam

Bachelor

History

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Bachelor

History

Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Bachelor

Dr. paed. in Geschichte

University of Wuppertal

PhD Aid

Ancient History

Universität Mainz

Master

History

University of Oldenburg

Bachelor

Master of Arts in History

Universität Rostock

Master

History

University of Münster

Bachelor

History

University of Giessen

Bachelor

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study History in Germany?
Tuition for History programs in Germany ranges from $0k–$3k/yr. 10% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $11k.
What are the English language requirements for History in Germany?
English-taught History programs in Germany typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many History programs are in Germany?
Abroadly lists 52 History programs at 39 universities across Germany. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Is Germany a good country for History students?
Germany is a strong choice for History with 39 universities offering these programs. The primary language is German, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for History in Germany?
In Germany, History programs are offered at: Bachelor (30 programs), PhD (7 programs), Master (15 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.