University of Cologne Overview

The University of Cologne has a rich history spanning over centuries. It is one of the oldest universities in Europe, known for its excellence in academics as well as research. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines. However, it is very well-known for its program in Business Administration and Economics.

Founded: in 1388

• The university hosts several Centers of Excellence funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), focusing on interdisciplinary research in areas such as economics, neuroscience, and social sciences.
• International Rankings: The University of Cologne consistently ranks well in international rankings.  It is typically placed among the top 250 universities globally in the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Acceptance Rate: 20%

Scores required for various Entrance exams for admission to the University of Cologne:

• IELTS: a minimum band of 6.5 depending upon course enrollment
• GMAT:  minimum score of 650
• GRE: minimum score of 320
• TOEFL: minimum TOEFL iBT score of 90 depending upon the course taken