University of Stuttgart

University of Stuttgart at a glance

The University of Stuttgart is a public university in Stuttgart, in the German state of Baden-Württemberg. Indian students are particularly drawn to its English-taught Master's programs in computer science, simulation technology, and mechanical engineering in Germany's high-tech industrial heartland.

Four things Indian applicants should know first:

• State tuition fee of €1,500 per semester: Because the university is in Baden-Württemberg, non-EU international students pay a state-mandated tuition fee of €1,500 per semester (€3,000 per academic year), plus a semester fee of €184.
• Direct application via the C@MPUS portal: You do not apply through uni-assist. Master's applications are submitted directly online through Stuttgart's own C@MPUS management system.
• Rigorous English requirement: For English-taught programs like M.Sc. Computer Science, applicants must prove C1 English proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 95).
• Early application deadlines: To allow time for credential evaluation and visa processing, M.Sc. Computer Science applications close on 15 January for the winter semester and 15 July for the summer semester.

What it really costs

Tuition fees for non-EU students. Under the Baden-Württemberg Act on Fees in Higher Education (Landeshochschulgebührengesetz), international students from non-EU/EEA countries pay a state tuition fee of €1,500.00 per semester (€3,000.00 per academic year) for Bachelor's and consecutive Master's degree programs.

Semester contribution breakdown. Every student pays a mandatory general semester fee of €184.00 per semester (or €177.50 for doctoral candidates) upon enrollment or re-registration. The fee consists of:

For international students paying the non-EU tuition fee, the total amount payable directly to the university is €1,684.00 per semester.

Living costs and the blocked account. For the German student visa you must show €11,904 a year in a blocked account, released at €992 a month. See our blocked account guide and total cost guide.

Health insurance is compulsory to enrol in Germany. See our health insurance guide.

Can you reduce the cost?

• Part-time jobs and Werkstudent opportunities: Non-EU students are legally permitted to work 140 full days or 280 half days per calendar year. See our guides to part-time work rules and Werkstudent jobs.
• Scholarships. See our DAAD scholarships guide.
• Education loans: Due to upfront living costs and tuition, many Indian students utilize education loans to fund their blocked account deposit and semester fees.

Getting in: what University of Stuttgart looks at

For the English-taught MS in Computer Science (Department of Computer Science / Faculty 5):

1. Degree & 3-year rule: A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) spanning a standard program duration of at least 6 semesters (180 ECTS) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. See our 3-year degrees in Germany guide.
2. Curricular equivalence: Your undergraduate syllabus must match the breadth and depth of the Bachelor's in Computer Science or Software Engineering at the University of Stuttgart. The admissions committee reviews transcripts and requires applicants to complete a departmental supplementary form detailing completed core modules. See our ECTS credit mapping guide.
3. English language proficiency: Advanced English knowledge at CEFR Level C1. Official test certificates recognized include TOEFL iBT (minimum score 95) or IELTS Academic (minimum Band 7.0). German language proficiency is not required for admission to the English-taught Computer Science Master's.
4. APS certificate: Mandatory for Indian degree holders. You must submit your original APS certificate during application. See our APS certificate guide.
5. GRE policy: GRE is not listed as a general mandatory requirement for M.Sc. Computer Science on the official department portal.

How to apply

1. Online registration via C@MPUS: Create an account and submit your application online through the University of Stuttgart's C@MPUS portal (campus.uni-stuttgart.de). The portal opens about 1.5 months before the deadline. Do not apply through uni-assist.
2. Complete the supplementary form: Download and complete the departmental supplementary form for Computer Science, mapping your Bachelor's modules to Stuttgart's curriculum requirements.
3. Upload electronic documents: Upload your Bachelor's certificate or current transcript of records, module descriptions/handbook, English test score report, and APS certificate. Paper applications are no longer accepted.
4. Track application status: Follow your application status directly inside C@MPUS. Official admission letters are issued electronically through the portal.

Deadlines

For the English-taught M.Sc. Computer Science:

• Winter semester intake (starts October): Application deadline is 15 January.
• Summer semester intake (starts April): Application deadline is 15 July.

The C@MPUS portal opens approximately 1.5 months before each deadline (around 1 December for the winter semester and around 1 June for the summer semester). Applications received after the deadline are not accepted.

Popular Master's programs for Indian students

• MS in Computer Science: 100% taught in English over 4 semesters (120 ECTS). Specializations include Autonomous Systems, Service Technology & Engineering, Visual Computing, and Theoretical Computer Science.
• M.Sc. Information Technology (INFOTECH): English-taught interdisciplinary program covering communication networks, embedded systems, and computer hardware.
• M.Sc. Computational Mechanics of Materials and Structures (COMMAS): Highly recognized English-taught Master's program focusing on simulation and numerical engineering.

Compare options with other top universities in our MS Computer Science in Germany comparison.

Where you'll live

Student accommodation in Stuttgart is organized by the Studierendenwerk Stuttgart, which operates over 30 dormitory complexes across Stuttgart, Ludwigsburg, and Esslingen.

Rooms are furnished and include utilities (water, heating, electricity, garbage disposal). Other city residences such as Neckarstrasse or Alexanderstrasse start around €334 to €347 per month.

• Waiting lists and application: Waiting lists for dormitories are long due to high regional housing demand. Studierendenwerk Stuttgart recommends applying at least 6 months in advance (by 1 May for winter, by 1 November for summer). Applicants receive verification emails every 2 to 4 weeks and must click the confirmation link to remain on the waitlist.

After you graduate

International graduates of a German university can get a residence permit of up to 18 months to look for a job, and may take any job during that time. Once you find qualified work you switch to a work permit or EU Blue Card. See our guides to the job seeker permit and the EU Blue Card.

Who University of Stuttgart is a good fit for

• A strong choice if you have an undergraduate degree in computer science or software engineering with solid theoretical and mathematical foundations, an IELTS score of 7.0 or above, and want direct access to internships and Werkstudent opportunities in Germany's automotive and engineering capital.
• Think carefully if you want tuition-free studies without the Baden-Württemberg €1,500 semester international tuition fee, your English score is below IELTS 7.0, or you miss the early 15 January winter intake deadline.

Sources

Every figure on this page comes from these official pages, checked on 24 October 2026:

• University of Stuttgart: semester fee and tuition overview
• University of Stuttgart: tuition fees for international students
• Department of Computer Science: MSc Computer Science
• University of Stuttgart: Master's application
• Studierendenwerk Stuttgart: dormitories overview
• Studierendenwerk Stuttgart: Allmandring II dormitory
• Make it in Germany: seeking employment after graduating

Fees and rules change. Always confirm on University of Stuttgart's own pages before you pay or apply.