The University of Kassel shows its semester fee in a statement with four main items: the semester ticket, the Studierendenwerk, the AStA (general student committee) and the administrative fee (Verwaltungskostenbeitrag). In total the page comes to EUR 409.27. One detail calls for caution: the page does not name a semester explicitly. The link to the winter semester 2026/27 comes from the re-registration page and a hint in a file name.
Short answer: According to the fee page, the semester fee of the University of Kassel is EUR 409.27: EUR 226.80 Germany semester ticket, EUR 106.00 Studierendenwerk, EUR 17.15 AStA and EUR 50.00 administrative fee. Re-registration for the winter semester 2026/27 ran from 1 June to 1 September 2026, with a grace period until 20 September 2026 that carries a EUR 30.00 late fee.
The key points at a glance
- Total according to the fee page: EUR 409.27, with no explicit semester named.
- Germany semester ticket EUR 226.80, Studierendenwerk EUR 106.00, AStA EUR 17.15, administrative fee EUR 50.00.
- The four items add up to EUR 399.95. The remaining EUR 9.32 is not broken down individually in the summary we reviewed.
- Re-registration deadline for the winter semester 2026/27: 1 June 2026 to 1 September 2026, grace period until 20 September 2026 with a EUR 30.00 late fee.
- Exchange students do not pay the administrative fee.
How high is the semester fee in Kassel?
The university presents the fee as a numbered list. The ticket item carries the number 3.1 there. Together the four named items come to EUR 399.95. The difference to the total of EUR 409.27 is EUR 9.32 by our own calculation and comes from smaller items that you can read in the original list. For an overview of the city, see the guide Studying in Kassel: Semester Fee, Housing and Costs.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Germany semester ticket | EUR 226.80 |
| Studierendenwerk | EUR 106.00 |
| AStA | EUR 17.15 |
| Administrative fee | EUR 50.00 |
| Other items according to the difference calculation | EUR 9.32 |
| Total | EUR 409.27 |
Does the amount really apply to the winter semester 2026/27?
The text of the fee page does not name a semester. A hint is found in the file name of the QR code embedded on the page, which contains “WS2026”. That is an indication, but not proof. Therefore check in the re-registration portal whether the amount shown there matches EUR 409.27. If it differs, the portal takes precedence.
Until when did you have to re-register?
The re-registration page explicitly names the deadline for the winter semester 2026/27. What counts is the receipt of payment. Anyone who pays later is treated as re-registered late. More on the consequences is in the guide Semester Fee Deadline: Re-enrolment and Consequences.
| Period | Status | Additional cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 June 2026 to 1 September 2026 | Regular re-registration | None |
| 2 September 2026 to 20 September 2026 | Late re-registration | Late fee of EUR 30.00 |
| After 20 September 2026 | Not covered by the page | Ask the Student Administration Office |
How do you calculate it?
Assumption: you pay on time, by 1 September 2026. Then EUR 409.27 is due. If you pay during the grace period, EUR 30.00 is added, making EUR 439.27 in total. The ticket corresponds to about 55 percent of the amount, that is six months at EUR 37.80. You will find classification and alternatives in the guide Semester Ticket and Germany Ticket: Student Travel Costs.
How does Kassel compare?
Among the universities in Hesse, Kassel sits in the middle. The gap to Darmstadt is EUR 6.59 and to Marburg EUR 15.53, by our own calculation. Because the small items differ, the comparison is only a guide. In all four cases an administrative fee of EUR 50.00 is included. More cities are covered by the Semester Fees by University: Data for 30 Cities overview.
| University | Studierendenwerk | Total |
|---|---|---|
| TU Darmstadt | EUR 103.00 | EUR 402.68 |
| University of Kassel | EUR 106.00 | EUR 409.27 |
| University of Giessen | EUR 118.00 | EUR 421.43 |
| University of Marburg | EUR 125.50 | EUR 424.80 |
What does the fee cost over your studies?
Assumption: the amount stays at EUR 409.27 over six semesters. You then pay EUR 2,455.62, on average EUR 68.21 per month of a semester. Of this, EUR 1,360.80 goes to the ticket and EUR 300.00 to the administrative fee. For a study year with two semesters that is EUR 818.54. Plan this sum twice a year into your budget, even if you use the ticket only rarely.
When should you transfer the money at the latest?
By our own calculation, the regular deadline of 1 September 2026 was a Tuesday, and the end of the grace period on 20 September 2026 a Sunday. Because the receipt of payment counts, the practical last banking day for the grace period is Friday, 18 September 2026. Allow one to two banking days for a transfer and enter the payment reference exactly as the portal shows it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the administrative fee waived for exchange students?
Yes, according to the fee page the EUR 50.00 administrative fee does not apply to exchange students. Other groups do pay it.
What is the late fee?
A fee of EUR 30.00 that becomes due for late re-registration. The page names it explicitly for the grace period.
Do I only pay the fee when I enrol?
No. It is due at enrolment and again at every re-registration, so twice per study year. If you are taking a break or on leave, clarify in advance with the Student Administration Office whether the fee applies to you.
Does the ticket cover long-distance travel?
The Germany semester ticket applies to local transport. Long-distance travel is not included.
Where can I find the dates for the next semester?
On the university’s re-registration page. The periods change from semester to semester.
What you should do now
- Open the re-registration page of the University of Kassel and note the start and end of the deadline.
- Compare the amount in the portal with the EUR 409.27.
- If you are on an exchange or studying abroad, clarify the administrative fee in advance.
- Pay early in the period to avoid the late fee.
Related guides
- Semester fee at TU Darmstadt 2026/27
- Studying in Kassel: Semester Fee, Housing and Costs
- Semester Ticket and Germany Ticket: Student Travel Costs
- Semester Fee Deadline: Re-enrolment and Consequences
- Deadline calendar winter semester 2026/27: key dates for students (in German)
Sources: University of Kassel: semester fee, University of Kassel: re-registration
Stand: October 2026. This guide provides general information and is not individual advice.
