RWTH Aachen University — fees and education loan guide

Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. An engineering-focused public university with low tuition and strong industry links across German manufacturing.

Cost snapshot

What you will need to fund

Tuition (published)
Semester contribution ~EUR 350–700
₹0.3–0.7 L / semester
Living costs
EUR 11,000–13,000 / year
₹10–12 L / year
All-in loan estimate
₹24 L – ₹32 L for a 2-year master's
2 years (master's)
Intakes
Winter (Oct), limited Summer
Collateral rarely needed

Fee and living-cost ranges are indicative for international students in recent intakes and vary by programme. Confirm current figures with the university before borrowing.

Programmes

Popular programmes among Indian students

  • MSc Automotive Engineering
  • MSc Computer Science
  • MSc Robotic Systems Engineering
  • MSc Management & Engineering
  • One of the lowest total-cost engineering routes abroad
  • German language skills widen internship access
  • Blocked account remains the main funding requirement

Funding

How education loans usually work for this university

Typical lender approach: collateral rarely needed.

  • Loan amounts here are small enough that many families use an unsecured loan or partial self-funding.
  • Blocked-account transfer timing drives the visa slot — start the loan process early.
  • Ask about prepayment charges; short tenures suit early closure.

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Plan your EMI

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Adjust the amount to your all-in estimate above and see what repayment looks like after the moratorium.

₹25 lakh
10.50% p.a.
2 years
6 months
10 years

This calculator is an estimate. It assumes a fixed rate and equal monthly instalments. Actual EMIs depend on your lender's rate reset policy, interest capitalisation method, fees and disbursement schedule.

Nearby options

Other universities in Germany

  • Munich, Bavaria

    Technical University of Munich

    ₹32 L – ₹48 L for a 2-year master's

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