Study Literature in Germany
26 programmes in literature at 12 universities in Germany are open to international students; 65% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 1,610 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 1,463 USD and 3,505 USD.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Literature programmes
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| Programme | University | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Allgemeine und Vergleichende Literaturwissenschaft (AVL) | Saarland University | Master's | — |
| Master Allgemeine und Vergleichende Literaturwissenschaft (AVL) | Saarland University | Master's | — |
Literature in Germany by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 8 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 15 | 1,463 USD | 1,610 USD | 3,505 USD |
| PhD | 3 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within literature
Universities for literature in Germany
Study Literature in Germany: common questions
- How many literature programmes are there in Germany?
- 26 literature programmes at 12 universities in Germany are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- How much does a literature degree in Germany cost?
- The median yearly tuition for master's programmes in literature in Germany is 1,610 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 1,463 USD and 3,505 USD per year.
- Can I study literature in Germany in English?
- Yes — 65% of the literature programmes in Germany in our catalogue are taught in English (17 of 26).
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Planning to study literature in Germany?
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