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LMU Munich
🇩🇪 Munich, Germany · QS #54

BSc Business Administration

Study business at one of Europe's most prestigious universities — tuition-free. LMU Munich's programme covers management, accounting, marketing, and finance, with an international exchange option and strong placements in Munich's corporate scene.

3 years
Full-time duration
€0 (public)
Tuition (international)
October 2026
Next intake
German B2
Language requirement
Overview

Study business at one of Europe's most prestigious universities — tuition-free. LMU Munich's Bachelor of Business Administration covers management, accounting, marketing, and finance, with an international exchange option and strong industry placements with Allianz, Munich Re, BMW, and Siemens.

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Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.

Entry requirements

What you'll need

AcademicAbitur equivalent (Studienkolleg may be required for some school systems)
GermanB2/C1 (DSH or TestDaF) — programme taught in German
EnglishHelpful for exchange modules; not the primary language
DocumentsHigh school transcripts, language certificate, passport
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German not yet at B2? We arrange Studienkolleg and language pathways — or match you to an English-taught business bachelor's elsewhere. Your counsellor will find the right route.

What you'll study

Core modules

01 Management & Organisation
02 Accounting & Controlling
03 Marketing
04 Microeconomics
05 Statistics & Data Analysis
06 Bachelor's Thesis
After you graduate

Career outcomes

€45,000

Average graduate starting salary in Germany

18-month visa

Post-study job-seeking residence permit

91%

Employed within 6 months of graduation

Top employers

Allianz, Munich Re, BMW, BCG, Siemens

How to apply

Application timeline

January – April 2026
Prepare your application
Gather transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF), and your motivation letter. Your counsellor reviews everything free of charge.
May – July 2026
Submit via LMU / uni-assist
Apply through LMU's portal or uni-assist. The application deadline for the winter semester (October intake) is typically 15 July.
July – August 2026
Receive admission decision
LMU reviews applications and issues admission letters. Your counsellor follows up on your behalf.
August – September 2026
Visa & accommodation
Open a blocked account (Sperrkonto), apply for your student visa at the German embassy, and arrange housing in Munich.
October 2026
Orientation & semester start
Arrive in Munich for orientation week, enrol in person, and begin your BSc Business Administration at LMU.
Fees & funding

Tuition fees & deposit

Tuition (international)Per annum€0 (public university)
Semester contributionPer semester~€85
DepositBefore enrolment€0

Indicative figures for October 2026 entry. Public universities in Bavaria charge no tuition for bachelor's programmes — only a small semester contribution covering student services and a transport ticket.

Scholarships

Funding you may be eligible for

Germany offers some of the best scholarship programmes in Europe. Your counsellor will match you with every award you qualify for — here are the most relevant for this programme.

Deutschlandstipendium
Federal Government + private sponsors · Merit-based
€300/month
Coverage: €150 federal government + €150 private sponsors
Eligibility: All nationalities, merit-based — open to bachelor's students
Duration: Min. 2 semesters, renewable for standard study length
Deadline: Via LMU portal — typically autumn for the academic year
Source: deutschlandstipendium.de, 2026
DAAD Scholarships
German Academic Exchange Service · Stipend
€934/month
Coverage: Monthly stipend + travel subsidy + health insurance
Eligibility: International students — selected programmes & scholarship lines
Duration: Varies by programme line
Deadline: Varies — check the DAAD scholarship database early
Source: DAAD scholarship database, 2026
Government Scholarships (home country)
Saudi SACM, Kuwaiti, Qatari & other national programmes
Full award
Coverage: Living allowance + flights (tuition is already €0)
Eligibility: Sponsored students from GCC & MENA countries
Duration: Full programme length
Deadline: Set by your national scholarship authority
Source: national scholarship authorities, 2026
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Not sure which scholarships you qualify for? Your counsellor reviews every option and handles the applications — at no cost to you.

Loans & financing

Alternative funding options

Since tuition is free, most students fund only living costs. If scholarships don't fully cover them, several options are available.

KfW Student Loan
German state development bank · Low interest
Up to €650/month

Available to students enrolled at German universities. EU citizens and some non-EU nationals with residence permits may apply. Repayment begins after graduation.

Working-student (Werkstudent) roles
Earn while you study in Munich
€13–16/hour

International students may work 140 full days or 280 half days per year without a permit. Munich's corporate scene offers plentiful Werkstudent positions for business students.

Family support & blocked account
Standard route for the student visa
€11,904/yr

Most students fund the Sperrkonto (€11,904 for 2026) through family savings — these funds are returned to you in monthly instalments of €992 after you arrive.

Living costs

Monthly budget in Munich

Munich is one of Germany's more expensive cities, but student housing and transport discounts keep costs manageable.

Rent (student housing)€400–€750
Food & groceries€200–€300
Health insurance~€120
Deutschlandticket (transport)€58
Books & supplies€30–€50
Personal & leisure€100–€200
Estimated total €900–€1,480/month

Blocked account (Sperrkonto) requirement for 2026: €11,904/year (€992/month) — the minimum you must prove for your visa application.

Student visa

Visa requirements for Germany

Visa typeNational Visa (Type D) for study purposes
Financial proofBlocked account (Sperrkonto) with €11,904 for 2026
Health insuranceGerman statutory or recognised private insurance required
Admission letterOfficial admission from LMU (or conditional offer)
Processing time6–12 weeks — apply early at your nearest German embassy
Post-graduation18-month job-seeking residence permit (§ 20 AufenthG)
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Your counsellor guides you through the full visa process — from blocked account setup to embassy appointment booking.

Student stories

Hear from our students

"Studying business at LMU tuition-free, in a city like Munich, felt unreal. My counsellor helped me reach B2 German through a Studienkolleg pathway, then handled my application and blocked account. I landed a Werkstudent role at an insurance firm in my second year."
MK
Mariam K.
BSc Business Administration, LMU — Class of 2026 · 🇪🇬 Egypt
"The Deutschlandstipendium covered a big chunk of my living costs, and the 18-month post-study visa means I can build a career in Germany. SAG made the whole German bureaucracy painless."
YA
Yousef A.
BSc Business Administration, LMU — Class of 2025 · 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the BSc Business Administration at LMU taught in English?
LMU's core Bachelor of Business Administration (Betriebswirtschaftslehre) is taught primarily in German and requires German proficiency at B2/C1 level. If your German is not yet strong enough, your counsellor can place you in a Studienkolleg or German-language pathway first, or match you to an English-taught business bachelor's at another partner university.
Is tuition really free at LMU Munich?
Yes. As a public university in Bavaria, LMU charges no tuition fees for bachelor's programmes — regardless of nationality. You only pay a small semester contribution of approximately €85 per semester, which covers student services and a public transport discount.
What is a blocked account (Sperrkonto)?
A Sperrkonto is a special bank account required for the German student visa. For 2026 you deposit €11,904, and each month €992 is released for your living expenses. Providers like Expatrio and Fintiba make opening one straightforward — your counsellor can help.
Can I work while studying in Germany?
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days or 280 half days per year without a special work permit. Many LMU students take on working-student (Werkstudent) roles with Munich employers, typically earning €13–16/hour.
What are my options after graduation?
After completing your degree, you can apply for an 18-month job-seeking residence permit (§ 20 AufenthG). Once you find a job matching your qualifications, you can switch to an EU Blue Card — which can lead to permanent residence. Munich is home to Allianz, BMW, Siemens, and Munich Re, with strong demand for business graduates.
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