RWTH Aachen University

Aachen, Germany · Public

Germany's MIT — top technical university preferred by automotive and aerospace industries.

Admissions Data — RWTH Aachen University

Acceptance Rate	~40% (Selective)
Total Enrollment	45,000 students
International Students	26%
International Tuition	€0 (semester fee ~€280)
Location	Aachen, Germany
Founded	1870
Type	Public
QS World Rank	#106
THE World Rank	#78
US News Rank	#152
Research Output	Excellent

Notable Strengths

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science
Materials Science
Chemistry

Scholarships: DAAD Engineering Scholarships. RWTH Excellence Scholarship.

Applying to RWTH Aachen University as an International Student

With an acceptance rate of ~40%, RWTH Aachen University is a selective institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.

International student tuition at RWTH Aachen University is €0 (semester fee ~€280) per year.

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