Studying in Potsdam is free of tuition for bachelor’s and consecutive master’s programmes, but the semester fee applies to every student. For winter semester 2026/27 the University of Potsdam lists 372.80 euros in its fee table. This guide puts the figure in context, shows how it has developed and names what the table does not explain.
Short answer: The University of Potsdam’s table gives a semester fee of 372.80 euros for winter semester 2026/27, next to a re-registration fee of 51.00 euros. Regular re-registration ran from 15 June to 15 July 2026. A late re-registration was possible until 31 August 2026 for an administrative fee of 10.00 euros. Whether the 51.00 euros are part of the total is open. Last updated: October 2026.
Key points at a glance
- According to the university’s table, the semester fee is 372.80 euros for winter semester 2026/27, compared with 354.80 euros for winter semester 2025/26 and for summer semester 2026.
- The same table lists a re-registration fee of 51.00 euros. The extract does not show whether it is included in the total. What counts is the amount in PULS, the university’s student portal.
- We have no breakdown into ticket, student services organisation and student body.
- According to the university, bachelor’s programmes, the first state law examination and consecutive master’s programmes are free of tuition. Continuing education programmes set their own fees.
- According to the university, the Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg (student services organisation) offers housing units. We have no verified rents.
How high is the semester fee in Potsdam?
The university publishes a table that lists the semester fee and the re-registration fee for every semester since 2019. An extract shows the development since 2022. The detailed analysis with deadlines and calculation variants is in the guide Semester fee University of Potsdam 2026/27: 372.80 euros and deadline.
| Semester | Semester fee according to the table | Re-registration fee |
|---|---|---|
| Winter semester 2022/23 | 316.00 euros | 51.00 euros |
| Summer semester 2024 | 292.40 euros | 51.00 euros |
| Winter semester 2024/25 | 322.40 euros | 51.00 euros |
| Winter semester 2025/26 | 354.80 euros | 51.00 euros |
| Summer semester 2026 | 354.80 euros | 51.00 euros |
| Winter semester 2026/27 | 372.80 euros | 51.00 euros |
From 2024 onwards the table marks semesters with footnotes that name groups which may not take the Germany semester ticket. For these groups a different amount applies. The increase compared with the previous year is 18.00 euros, or about 5 percent (our calculation).
Is the re-registration fee included in the fee?
The table does not show this, and the university does not classify it in the extract. Two assumptions lead to different transfer amounts.
| Assumption | Calculation | Amount per semester | Six semesters |
|---|---|---|---|
| A: the total includes the re-registration fee | 372.80 euros | 372.80 euros | 2,236.80 euros |
| B: the re-registration fee is added on top | 372.80 + 51.00 euros | 423.80 euros | 2,542.80 euros |
Both rows are assumptions, not statements by the university. Over six semesters the difference is 306.00 euros. PULS shows the binding amount under Student Services and Payments, together with a QR code for the transfer. Compare it with the table before you pay for the first time.
When do you have to re-register in Potsdam?
| Period | Type | Additional costs |
|---|---|---|
| 15 June to 15 July 2026 | regular re-registration | none |
| 16 July to 31 August 2026 | late re-registration | administrative fee of 10.00 euros |
If you have also missed this deadline, contact the student services office. The guide Re-registration and semester fee: deadlines and consequences of missing them (in German) describes the general consequences.
Tuition fees: who pays and who does not
The University of Potsdam distinguishes between undergraduate programmes, consecutive master’s programmes and continuing education offers. According to its website, no tuition fees apply to the first two. Continuing education programmes set their own fees. The table below summarises this.
| Type of study | Tuition fee according to the university | Semester fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s or first state law examination | none | due |
| Consecutive master’s programme | none | due |
| Continuing education programme | set for each programme | due |
The page names fees for continuing education programmes but gives no amounts. Check the fee regulations of the particular programme before you enrol.
For the first state law examination the university explicitly names no tuition fee. If you study law, plan for the semester fee anyway, because it is due regardless of the degree.
Housing in Potsdam: who is responsible
According to the University of Potsdam, the Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg offers affordable, partly furnished housing units for bachelor’s and master’s students. We have no verified rents from the Studierendenwerk, so ask directly. For private flats the usual rule applies: read the lease, deposit and service charges carefully.
| Topic | Responsible body | What to clarify there |
|---|---|---|
| Housing units | Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg | availability, prices, application |
| Semester fee and re-registration | University of Potsdam | total amount for your semester, deadlines |
| Fees for continuing education programmes | University of Potsdam, the relevant programme | amount for each programme |
If you move for your studies, plan the housing and the semester fee together. The fee is fixed and due whether or not you have found a flat. The rent, however, you negotiate with each landlord, and it pays to compare service charges and deposits before you commit.
Commuting between Potsdam and Berlin
Potsdam lies in the area around Berlin. If you live in Berlin and study in Potsdam, or the other way round, check which ticket covers the journey and whether the semester fee includes a ticket. We have not answered this question for Potsdam with a verified figure.
To see how this location comparison affects costs and daily life, read the guide Big city or small town (in German). It sets out criteria that go beyond individual amounts.
If you change universities or plan to study in Potsdam alongside a job, take a second look at the fees. The university distinguishes continuing education offers by programme, so general information will not get you far. Ask about the specific programme directly.
Frequently asked questions
Is 372.80 euros the amount I transfer?
That depends on whether the re-registration fee is included in the total. The amount in PULS is decisive.
Do I have to pay tuition fees in Potsdam?
According to the university, no tuition fees apply to bachelor’s programmes, the first state law examination and consecutive master’s programmes. Continuing education programmes can be different. The semester fee is due regardless of this.
What does the late re-registration cost?
An administrative fee of 10.00 euros, provided you re-register by 31 August.
Will I get a housing place at the Studierendenwerk?
The university refers to the Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg for affordable, partly furnished units. How many places are free and how allocation works is for the Studierendenwerk to clarify directly. Apply early.
Is moving to Potsdam for your studies worthwhile?
That depends on your degree programme, rent and commute. With the guide Student cities compared (in German) you can weigh the criteria against each other.
What to do now
- Open PULS and go to Student Services and Payments.
- Compare the amount with the table and clarify the re-registration fee before you transfer money.
- Note the deadlines for the next semester in your calendar and allow for bank processing time when you pay.
- Ask the Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg about housing units, rents and the application process.
Related guides
- Semester fee University of Potsdam 2026/27: 372.80 euros and deadline
- Studying in Göttingen: costs, housing and semester fee 2026 (in German)
- Studying in Berlin: semester fee, housing and costs 2026 (in German)
- Big city or small town (in German)
- Household costs: the big guide for students (in German)
Sources: University of Potsdam, costs and financing (in German, accessed October 2026); University of Potsdam, re-registration (in German, accessed October 2026); University of Potsdam, re-registration fees and semester fees (table in German, accessed October 2026).
Last updated: October 2026. This guide is general information, not individual advice.
