Mainz University (The Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz) – a
public university in Germany, located in Mainz, and founded in 1477.
Originally established as the University of Mainz in the 15th century, it is one of the oldest and largest universities not only in Germany but in all of Europe. Since 1946, the university has been named after Johannes Gutenberg, the German inventor of the printing press. It is considered one of Germany’s most prestigious universities, particularly in the fields of natural sciences and economics. Today, the university has approximately 36,500 students from over 100 countries worldwide.
The wide range of academic programs reflects the university's large scale – students can choose from 106 bachelor’s and 116 master’s programs across 75 different fields of study. Mainz University is also a leading research center in Germany and has significantly contributed to the development of science. The university comprises around 150 different institutes.
Accommodation:The university offers on-campus student housing in dormitories. Additionally, the university’s housing office assists students in finding suitable accommodation in the city of Mainz.
Why choose Mainz University?- Wide range of academic programs
- Prestigious university
- One of the oldest and largest universities in Germany and Europe
Degree Programs Offered:- Bachelor’s Degree Programs
- Master’s Degree Programs
The university is structured into multiple faculties:- Faculty of Catholic Theology
- Faculty of Protestant Theology
- Faculty of Social Sciences, Media, and Sports
- Faculty of Law, Management, and Economics
- Faculty of University Medicine
- Faculty of Philosophy and Philology
- Faculty of Translation Studies, Linguistics, and Cultural Studies
- Faculty of History and Cultural Studies
- Faculty of Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science
- Faculty of Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Geosciences
- Faculty of Biology
- Mainz School of Music
- Mainz Academy of Arts
Admission Requirements Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree):- High school diploma
- One of the following exams: IELTS, TOEFL
Postgraduate (Master’s degree):- Bachelor’s or Specialist degree
- One of the following exams: IELTS, TOEFL