Costs
In this section we provide an estimate of the minimum costs for accommodation and living expenses for students at RWTH Aachen University:
| Monthly Expenditure | Minimum Costs per Month |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | € 160 |
| Food and general expenses | € 350 |
| Health insurance | approx. € 80 |
| University fees (social security contribution, semester ticket), approx. €200 per semester | approx. € 33 |
| Book and materials | € 70 (may be significantly higher, according to subject studied) |
| Total |
approx. € 700 per month (€ 8,400 per year) |
Please note that single persons have to give proof of a minimum income of 659 € (as set by the local BaföG agency*) in order to be eligible for an extension of their residence permit.
*BAföG is the Federal Education and Training Assistance Act