Rankings
How every major ranking places Goethe University Frankfurt. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 19 | $950 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 9 | $950 | See → |
| Social sciences | 9 | $950 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 7 | $950 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 5 | $950 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 5 | $950 | See → |
| Business & management | 3 | $950 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 2 | $950 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 2 | $950 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 2 | $950 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 2 | $950 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | $950 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 1 | $950 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $950 | See → |
Costs and entry
4 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Goethe University Frankfurt
The job market for Goethe University Frankfurt's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Germany.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Goethe University Frankfurt cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $950 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: humanities & languages courses are typically $950, humanities & languages $950.
How is Goethe University Frankfurt ranked?
Goethe University Frankfurt is ranked #316 by QS (2026), #201–250 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #151–200 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Philosophy (#38) and Dentistry (#51).
How many master's courses does Goethe University Frankfurt offer?
67 master's courses across 14 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (19), life sciences & biotechnology (9) and social sciences (9).
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Updated 24 September 2026. Courses and fees from Goethe University Frankfurt's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.