Universität zu Köln for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
See official university website for current requirements.
Fees & Deadline
Application deadline: July 15 for winter semester.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3/4 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. English-taught programmes in Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, and Media Studies.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €600–€800. Application deadline: May 31 for winter semester. Decision time: 8–16 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/4. Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. DAAD scholarships and DFG-funded positions available for Kenyan PhD students.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling — contact supervisor directly
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
DAAD Scholarship
by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) · Masters, Phd
Learn more →Deutschlandstipendium
by Federal Government + Private sponsors · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →Cologne Graduate School Scholarship
by University of Cologne / Private sponsors · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Can Kenyan students with a KCSE certificate apply to the University of Cologne?
KCSE with strong grades may allow direct undergraduate entry; otherwise, Kenyan students can complete a Studienkolleg in Germany or 1 year at a Kenyan university first. Kenyan university graduates can apply directly for Masters programmes in Economics, Business Administration, and Social Sciences with IELTS 6.5.
Is the University of Cologne free for Kenyan students?
Yes — the University of Cologne charges no tuition fees for non-EU international students, including Kenyans. You only pay the Semesterbeitrag of ~€305/semester (~€610/year). This covers student services and public transport discounts.
What post-graduation opportunities exist for Kenyan graduates in Germany?
Kenyan graduates from the University of Cologne can apply for Germany's 18-month Job-Seeker Visa to search for employment. Cologne's economy, driven by financial services and media, offers strong opportunities for Economics and Business graduates — and the visa gives 18 months to secure the right role.
Tips for Applying to Uni Cologne
The University of Cologne (QS #285) offers English-taught programmes in Economics, Business, and Social Sciences with zero tuition fees for Kenyan students — just the Semesterbeitrag of ~€610/year. Kenyan students with strong KCSE grades may qualify for direct undergraduate entry, making it more accessible than many German universities. The 18-month Job-Seeker Visa and DAAD scholarships make this one of the most financially manageable study-abroad routes available to Kenyan students.
Official source: Universität zu Köln ↗Plan Your Germany Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Kenyan passport holders applying to Germany.
Cost of Living in Cologne
Student halls available through Studierendenwerk Köln. Apply well in advance.
Semester ticket often covers local public transport.