Living expenses in Magdeburg?
Living in Magdeburg is pleasant and financially affordable. It is just the right place for students to adapt to the study life in Germany and to have some fun. Apartments are available all year around. Even Germans like the real estate market in Magdeburg, because prices are typically low and there is a wide selection. Try to find accommodations with heating, electricity, internet ect. included. These costs are usually quite high in Germany. However, be informed that it is not easy to find already furnished apartments. To find furniture, there are many second hand shops around the campus.
Below you find a brief overview of potential living expenses in Magdeburg.
|
January 2025 |
cost €/month | cost €/year |
|
University Tuition |
0.00 subsidized by German government |
0.00 |
|
(including free local public transport in Magdeburg, discount on student meals, |
277, 50 each semester |
550,50 |
|
Health/ Medical Insurance |
ca. 150,00 |
1800,00 |
|
Housing |
ca. 350,00 - 400,00 |
ca. 4.800,00 |
|
Food* |
ca. 500,00 |
ca 5.000,00 |
|
TV fee (GEZ) by law |
18.50 |
ca 226,00 |
|
Personal expenses (party, cinema, theatre, sport etc.) |
ca 400.00 |
ca 4,000 |
|
Books / study supplies |
ca 150 per semester |
ca 300,00 |
*A one-course meal in the university canteen is approx. 4,00 €. Drinks are not included.