Finding accomodation in Cologne is difficult! Find out about the housing situation as early as possible on our websites and get in touch with students from Cologne. Ideally, you should apply for student housing one or two semesters before the beginning of your studies.
Application Procedure for Non-EU-Citizens
Exception: Applicants who are considered equivalent in terms of admission requirements under the same conditions apply through the EU procedure. You hold a university entrance qualification from an EU/EEA country. OR: You are resident in Germany and are married to a German or EU/EEA national (also applies to registered civil partnerships) or can prove a direct lineal relationship with an EU/EEA national resident in Germany (Artikel 2 Nr. 2 der Richtlinie 2004/38/EG des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 29. April 2004).
Applicants with indirect University access who are considered equivalent in terms of admission requirements cannot apply directly to the University of Cologne, but must first attend a regular Studienkolleg.
The University of Cologne stands for fairness and equal opportunities! That is why we use the TestAS as a selection criterion for Non-EU citizens, regardless of the different education and grading systems around the world.
Please note: Applications are only possible with a valid TestAS certificate. Applications must be submitted online via uni-assist e.V.