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Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Information updated 27.08.2026

Overview

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is a public research university and national research center in Karlsruhe, Germany.

History

KIT was formed in 2009 through the merger of the University of Karlsruhe and the Karlsruhe Research Center; its university tradition dates to 1825.

Programs

Programs and research span engineering, computer science, natural sciences, mathematics, economics, architecture and other technology-intensive fields.

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.

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