Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Overview

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is a public research university in Bavaria, Germany, with major locations in Erlangen and Nuremberg.

History

The University of Erlangen officially opened in 1743. The name Erlangen-Nürnberg was added after the Nuremberg College of Economics and Social Sciences was incorporated in 1961.

Programs

FAU’s faculties cover humanities, social sciences and theology, business and economics, law, medicine, sciences and engineering.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.