The University of Tübingen is a place of top research and excellent teaching - and has been for more than 500 years. Find out more about our profile, our structures and our rich campus life.
- #151 Ranking
- 1 PhDs
- 539 Academic Staff
- 28,159 Students
- 3,927 Students (int'l)
- 16,589 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
PhD Programmes
Medicine & Health (1)
- Ph.D. Experimental Medicine
About
History
The University, founded in 1477, builds on more than five centuries of tradition.
Education
Over 200 courses from Egyptology to dentistry. Our innovative courses such as machine learning, medical technology, molecular medicine, geoecology, nano-science, media informatics, sports management and Islamic theology.
Research
The University of Tübingen is one of the most prestigious research universities worldwide. Every year, recognized international rankings confirm our excellent position in a variety of research fields. Around 4,900 scientists and researchers are currently employed at the University – many are among the best in their field.
Career
We offer individual and group coaching to help you set and achieve your career aims. Some of our services are offered in English.
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
151
2022
151
2021
151
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
213 -44
2023
169 8
2022
177
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
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2023
86 -8
2022
78
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
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2023
182 -2
2022
180
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The University of Tübingen offers a number of different services which give helpful advice to those planning to study in Tübingen as well as those already enrolled here - whether they are just beginning, are well into their studies, or are finishing their studies and planning a career. Directly below, you will find a list of these services, sorted according to the different phases of studying. Below that is a list of the relevant services.
Housing services
On this website you will find information concerning accommodations for visiting scholars and scientists as well as for international doctoral candidates (PhD students) at Tuebingen University.
Student Life
Student clubs
- Alumni Tübingen – the alumni association helps the University keep in touch with its formers students, graduates, academics, employees and visitors, while promoting a lively exchange between the university and alumni as well as between alumni themselves.
- Universitätsbund – the association of friends of Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen promotes projects and individual efforts benefiting the University and its members
University of Tübingen Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships for University of Tübingen. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Graduate School Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) • DAAD
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based
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