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Global rank #249

University of Würzburg

Wurzburg, Germany

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About

The Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg is a public research university in Würzburg, Germany. Founded in 1402, it is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Germany. The university initially had a brief run and was closed in 1415. It was reopened in 1582 on the initiative of Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. Today, the university is named for Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn and Maximilian Joseph.

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Key facts

Global rank
#249
Location
Wurzburg, Germany
Founded
1402
Students
27,149
How to apply
Direct portal

Programmes

Programme details for this university are being added. Visit the official website for current courses.

Scholarships you could use here

  • DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) · DAAD

    India is eligible. Needs a relevant bachelor's degree (usually four years) with results in the upper third, and at least two years of relevant work experience after it.

    Apply directly to the chosen course; deadlines depend on the course.

    Official page
  • DAAD Research Grants: Doctoral Programmes in Germany · DAAD

    Applicants from India with a master's degree (a bachelor's only in exceptional cases), whose latest degree is under six years old at the deadline and who have not lived in Germany for more than 15 months.

    Portal closes 21 October 2026; funding starts October 2027.

    Official page
  • Deutschlandstipendium · German Federal Government and private sponsors, awarded by universities

    Open to students of all nationalities enrolled or starting at a participating German university. Awarded for grades, social commitment and achievement; pays EUR 300 a month for at least two semesters.

    Each university runs its own application and dates.

    Official page