Technical University of Munich for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Technical University of Munich

München

Germany

Founded in 1868, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is one of the oldest and most respected universities in Germany. TUM is widely recognized as one of the leading technical universities in Europe, with research and teaching excellence in every field. It is unique among regional universities in its intensely interdisciplinary approach to research and its global outlook – attracting international students from around the world.

Overall Score:

52.06

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

138

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

552

Location

München, also known as Munich, is a vibrant city in southern Germany with a population of over 1.5 million people. It is located just over 350 kilometers from Frankfurt, and boasts an international airport plus a gigantic central train station for easy access to the rest of Europe. Take time to explore the English Garden—one of the largest urban parks in the world—and experience the German culture with a walk through the city streets.

Overall Scores

Academics

42.33

Happiness

69.5

Costs

44.33

Overall Grade

52.06

1. Academics

Rank:

30

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

40.6

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

4

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

42.33

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

60.7

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

36

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

63.77

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

69.5

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

23.9

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

20.3

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

552

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

44.33

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

52.06

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C