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Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen

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world rank  473

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Overview

Founded in 1607, the Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen (Justus Liebig University Giessen) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Giessen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Hesse. Officially recognized by the Hessisches Ministerium für Wissenschaft und Kunst (Hessen Ministry of Higher Education, Research and the Arts), Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen (JLU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational German higher education institution. Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen (JLU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 418-year-old German higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. JLU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Control Typepublic

Entity

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Justus Liebig University Giessen
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym JLU
Founded 1607
Motto
Colours Blue and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Ludwigstrasse 23
Giessen
35390 Hesse
Germany
Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen Phone Number (641) 16400
Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen Fax Number (641) 99 12259
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen.



Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Justus Liebig University Giessen has more than 3100 international students.

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Admission Office Admission Office



(641) 9 91 21 43


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Library University Library

Yes Visit Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Library


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Housing University Housing

Yes


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Hessisches Ministerium für Wissenschaft und Kunst

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Justus-Liebig-Universität Giessen's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
  • Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG)
  • Hochschulrektorenkonferenz (HRK)
  • International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
  • SGroup European Universities' Network (SGroup)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • uni-assist
  • Agentur für Qualitätssicherung durch Akkreditierung von Studiengängen (AQAS)
  • Verein zur Förderung eines Deutschen Forschungsnetzes e.V. (DFN-Verein)
  • World University Service (WUS)
  • World University Service (WUS)
  • Zentrum für Wissenschaftsmanagement e. V. (ZWM)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • EUA Council for Doctoral Education (EUA-CDE)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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