Heidelberg University is a public university in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The university's full name is the Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg (German: Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg).

Heidelberg Institution, founded in 1386 AD, is Germany's oldest open research university. In 1899, it became a coeducational institution. Heidelberg University is Germany's oldest and one of the world's oldest extant universities. The University is the Holy Roman Empire's third institution. 

The university has twelve faculties which are made up of several disciplines, departments, and institutes, and provides degree programs in over 100 subjects at the undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral levels.

The societies are mostly condensed in Heidelberg's Old Town and the social sciences in the inner-city suburb of Bergheim. The teaching language is primarily German, but many graduate degrees are available in English and some in French. The faculties at the University of Heidelberg are:

• Behavioural Sciences and Empirical Cultural Sciences Faculty
• The Biosciences Faculty
• Chemistry and Earth Sciences Faculty
• The Law Faculty
• Mathematics and Computer Science Faculty
• The Medical Faculty
• Mannheim University of Medicine and Dentistry
• The Modern Languages Faculty
• Philosophy and History Faculty
• The Physics and Astronomy Faculty
• Theological Faculty
• The Economics and Social Sciences Faculty

Heidelberg University offers degrees at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctorate levels. The institution now has 28,653 students enrolled in various degree programs. International students make up 18.6% of the university's overall student body. As of 2008, the faculty encompasses 4,196 full-time personnel, excluding visiting professors and graduate research and teaching assistants. Six hundred seventy-three academic members were recruited from outside the country. 

Under their supervision, the faculty ensures that the students receive a wide range of knowledge and practical experience. Furthermore, the student exchange program provides several possibilities for pupils to acquire and comprehend a diverse curriculum. Every year, almost 1,000 doctorates are awarded by the institution, with more than one-third of Ph.D. students coming from outside the country.

Robert Schumann (Classical composer), Gottfried Keller (Renowned poet), Dmitri Mendeleev (Creator of the periodic table), Alfred Wegener (Discoverer of Continental drift), Judith Butler (Gender Theorist), Karl Mannheim (Sociologist), and Max Weber are among the university's noteworthy graduates.

University Highlights 

University Type	Public Institution
Established Year	1386 AD
Ranking	57
Number of Courses	12 faculties
Tuition Fees	$32,900
Intakes	October and April

Main Intakes

University of Heidelberg's primary admission is held in October as a winter semester intake and in April as a summer semester intake.

Scholarships

Heidelberg University gives out academic scholarships to honor academic performance. These are given following Heidelberg acceptance based on the entrance application and high school academic achievement.

The following academic scholarships and grants are available:

• Presidential Scholarship - $20,000 per year
• Dean's Scholarship - $17,000 per year
• Faculty Scholarship - $15,000 per year
• Academic Award - $10,000 per year

The other scholarship schemes include

• Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship:

The Heidelberg Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship recognize students who demonstrate academic promise and are devoted to upholding Heidelberg University's goal to provide all students with access to an excellent education.

• Austin E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship:

The E. Knowlton Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Ohio residents who have been admitted as full-time, first-year students at Heidelberg and are interested in majoring in the natural sciences. The yearly $5,000 scholarship is renewable for four years.

• Endowed Scholarships:

Heidelberg allocates millions of dollars to Financial Aid each year to support our students financially. Endowed Scholarships provide a modest amount of this support.

Application Process

Applicants to the University of Heidelberg must have completed their secondary education, a university degree, or a full entrance certificate.

As a result, degrees earned at equivalent overseas universities are accepted. IB Diplomas, General Certificates of Education, and A-Levels are some examples.

Documents required:

• Completed Application.
• A passport photocopy.
• Finance certificate.
• Medical Certificate.
• German and English language proficiency.
• Certified transcript copies (German/English translation if required).
• Bachelor's Degree in the relevant field (Graduate Admissions).
• All of the completed examinations' mark sheets.
• Certain Master's Degrees require:
• Motivational letter and personal statement.

FAQs

Where is the University of Heidelberg?

The University of Heidelberg is located in the city of Heidelberg, Germany.

Why the University of Heidelberg?

The University of Heidelberg is an excellent technical university. The University of Heidelberg is well-positioned in the field of research, with many research centers and a graduate school. TU Ilmenau consistently ranks first in national rankings.

Is the University of Heidelberg a public or a private institution?

The University of Heidelberg is one of Germany's leading public universities.

Does the University of Heidelberg provide undergraduate scholarships?

Yes, the University of Heidelberg offers an International Ambassador Scholarship ranging from $13,000 to $17,000 annually for undergraduate students.