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Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
PhD English Law & Economics

Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE)

Application Requirements

Outstanding (top 10%) students with a Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in economics or related fields such as mathematics, statistics, business administration, accounting and finance are encouraged to apply for admission to the BGSE. The application must be submitted online at http://www.bgse.uni-bonn.de . The following documents are required: GRE score report (General Test Format; GRE quantitative score must be at least 160) TOEFL or IELTS (if required) two confidential letters of recommendation (sent by professors to BGSE) letter of motivation CV academic transcripts APS certificate (for applicants with a degree from China, India or Vietnam; included with the application or once they receive an offer) Please see our website for detailed explanations on the required documents in order to submit them correctly.

Language Requirements

English language proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score report if English is not your native language or if the language of instruction of your previous degree was not English (the curriculum must have been taught exclusively in English). Minimum requirements: TOEFL iBT score of at least 100 with at least 23 in each of the four sections IELTS Academic score of at least 7.0 (minimum per section: reading 6.5; listening 6.5; writing 7.0; speaking 6.5)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

Is Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn taught in German or English? ▼

This PhD programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE)? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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