Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Cologne
We compared 8 universities in Cologne — typical tuition is ₹1.88 L a year.
Universities8
Typical tuition₹1.88 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹54K – ₹11.73 Llowest course fee
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 8 — Best Universities in Cologne
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 8 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
Catholic University of Applied Sciences of North Rhine-Westphalia
Cologne, Germany
from ₹3.32 L/yrTuition
1Courses
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cologne | Cologne | — | ₹11.73 L | 43 |
| Cologne University of Applied Sciences | Cologne | — | ₹71K | 22 |
| German Sport University Cologne | Cologne | — | ₹2.77 L | 7 |
| The Rhenish University of Applied Sciences | Cologne | — | ₹1.33 L | 2 |
| Catholic University of Applied Sciences of North Rhine-Westphalia | Cologne | — | ₹3.32 L | 1 |
| CBS International Business School | Cologne | — | ₹1.88 L | 1 |
| Cologne University of Music and Dance | Cologne | — | — | 1 |
| University of Cologne | Cologne | — | ₹54K | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Cologne?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are University of Cologne, Cologne University of Applied Sciences, German Sport University Cologne, The Rhenish University of Applied Sciences, Catholic University of Applied Sciences of North Rhine-Westphalia. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Cologne?
Across 7 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹1.88 L a year, ranging from ₹54K to ₹11.73 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Cologne?
University of Cologne has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹54K a year.
How many universities are covered?
8 universities match this guide; the top 8 are shown.
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