Universität Stuttgart for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
See official university website for current requirements.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €3,000–€3,368. 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 Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Civil Engineering. Baden-Württemberg state charges non-EU students €1,500/semester tuition. This is separate from the Semesterbeitrag.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €3,000–€3,368. 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. PhD research-assistant positions waive tuition fees. DAAD scholarships available for Kenyan candidates.
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 →University of Stuttgart International Scholarship
by University of Stuttgart · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Can Kenyan engineering students apply to the University of Stuttgart with KCSE?
KCSE with strong grades may allow direct undergraduate entry to Stuttgart; otherwise a Studienkolleg or 1 year at a Kenyan university is required. Kenyan university graduates with a bachelor's in Engineering or Computer Science can apply directly for Masters programmes with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 and IELTS 6.5.
How much does the University of Stuttgart cost for Kenyan students?
Under Baden-Württemberg state policy, non-EU students pay €1,500/semester tuition plus the Semesterbeitrag of ~€184/semester — approximately €3,368/year. DAAD scholarships can cover both tuition and living costs for eligible Kenyan students.
What career opportunities exist for Kenyan Stuttgart graduates?
Kenyan graduates can apply for Germany's 18-month Job-Seeker Visa after completing their degree. Stuttgart's automotive and engineering ecosystem — Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Bosch — provides strong recruitment opportunities. Engineering graduates are also in high demand back in Kenya's rapidly growing infrastructure sector.
Tips for Applying to Uni Stuttgart
The University of Stuttgart (QS #314) is an excellent destination for Kenyan engineering and STEM students, with world-class programmes in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science — and Kenyan KCSE students with strong grades may qualify for direct entry. Non-EU tuition of €3,000/year applies under Baden-Württemberg policy, but DAAD scholarships and the Stuttgart International Scholarship can substantially offset costs. The 18-month Job-Seeker Visa and Stuttgart's position in Germany's engineering heartland make post-study career outcomes very strong.
Official source: Universität Stuttgart ↗Plan Your Germany Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Kenyan passport holders applying to Germany.
Cost of Living in Stuttgart
Student halls available through Studierendenwerk Stuttgart. Apply early.
Semester ticket covers Stuttgart VVS public transport network.