Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)

Munich, Germany · Public

Germany's oldest and most prestigious university — tuition-free and globally ranked.

Admissions Data — Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)

Acceptance Rate	~30% (Selective)
Total Enrollment	53,000 students
International Students	18%
International Tuition	€0 (semester fee ~€185)
Location	Munich, Germany
Founded	1472
Type	Public
QS World Rank	#59
THE World Rank	#38
US News Rank	#62
Research Output	Excellent

Notable Strengths

Medicine
Natural Sciences
Law
Philosophy
Humanities

Scholarships: DAAD Scholarships. Deutschlandstipendium €300/month.

Applying to Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) as an International Student

With an acceptance rate of ~30%, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) is a selective institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.

International student tuition at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) is €0 (semester fee ~€185) per year.

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Data sourced from official university websites, Common App, and QS/THE/US News rankings. Last updated: 2026. Disclaimer