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Do universities in Germany require GRE for admission, and which universities have easier admission criteria regarding GRE for a Master's?

03 Aug 2026 · Answered by Gangadhara N S · 1 min read
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It depends. Most German universities do not require the GRE for Master's admissions. Admission is usually based on your academic record, language proficiency, and other application materials.

Some universities and specific programs may require or recommend the GRE, especially for competitive or specialized fields. In many top technical universities, GRE is optional but can strengthen your application.

- GRE required: Certain programs at University of Mannheim, University of Ulm, and Goethe University Frankfurt.
- GRE optional (can help): RWTH Aachen, Technical University of Munich (TUM), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).

For most Master's programs, especially in technical fields, GRE is not mandatory. Always review the specific program requirements.

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