The semester fee (Semesterbeitrag) of RWTH Aachen consists of three blocks in the winter semester 2026/27. The finance page of the general student committee (AStA) adds them up to 375.19 euros, and the largest block is mobility with the semester ticket.
Short answer: For the winter semester 2026/27, RWTH Aachen charges 375.19 euros according to the AStA page (status WS26/27, accessed October 2026). Of this, 234.57 euros go to mobility, including the Germany Semester Ticket at 226.80 euros. Payment had to be received by 01.09.2026, and a late fee of 7.60 euros applies.
The key points at a glance
- Total for the winter semester 2026/27: 375.19 euros according to the AStA page.
- Mobility is the largest block at 234.57 euros, including the Germany Semester Ticket at 226.80 euros and a 7.77 euro NL add-on.
- Payment had to be received by 01.09.2026 according to the page.
- If payment fails, the page names an exmatriculation that can take effect until 31.10.
- A late fee of 7.60 euros is due according to the page.
How is the fee built up at RWTH?
The breakdown comes from the AStA finance page, so it reflects the figures of the student body rather than a statement by the university. The table lists the values with their sources.
| Block | Amount | Status and source |
|---|---|---|
| Student body (Studierendenschaft) | 12.62 euros | AStA page, WS26/27 |
| Mobility (ticket 226.80 euros and NL add-on 7.77 euros) | 234.57 euros | AStA page, WS26/27 |
| Social contribution (Sozialbeitrag) | 128.00 euros | AStA page, WS26/27 |
| Total | 375.19 euros | Sum of the three blocks |
The sum is correct. Still check whether your payment notice shows the three blocks with the same amounts. The RWTH re-enrolment page adds further details on the process.
What does the semester ticket cost at RWTH?
The Germany Semester Ticket costs 226.80 euros per semester and is part of the mobility block. The NL add-on of 7.77 euros comes on top. The basics of ticket types are explained in Günstig unterwegs im Studium (in German).
Assumption: a semester has six months. Then the mobility block accounts for 39.10 euros per month, which is 234.57 euros divided by six. The remaining 140.62 euros (student body and social contribution) come to about 23.44 euros per month.
Which deadlines and consequences does the page name?
According to the AStA page, payment had to arrive by 01.09.2026 at the latest. Anyone who does not pay must reckon with an exmatriculation, which the page places in the period up to 31.10. A late fee of 7.60 euros is due according to the page.
These dates lie in the past as of this guide. If you are unsure about an exmatriculation, the RWTH student office can help. The consequences of a missed deadline are explained in Semester fee, deadline and re-enrolment: consequences.
What does an exmatriculation mean for your status?
An exmatriculation ends your enrolment and with it your status as a student. The consequences, for example for reductions, semester tickets or student health insurance, depend on the individual case. Clarify this early, because re-enrolment is not automatic.
If you missed a payment deadline, first have the receipt of payment checked. Transfers take time, and what counts is the date the money arrives, not the date you sent it. A proof of transfer is therefore the most important document in this situation.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the semester fee at RWTH Aachen for the winter semester 2026/27?
According to the AStA page, it totals 375.19 euros. The figure comes from the AStA finance page, accessed in October 2026.
What does the social contribution cover?
The social contribution block of 128.00 euros is listed on the page as such. The page does not explain the individual services, so check with the university what is included.
What happens if payment is late?
The page names a late fee of 7.60 euros. If payment does not arrive, it names an exmatriculation. Clarify the status with the student office early.
Can I opt out of the semester ticket?
The university sets the rules for tickets and exemptions. Ask before re-enrolment, for example in the case of a semester abroad.
Is the AStA amount the same as my payment notice?
The total comes from the AStA finance page. Your personal payment notice is binding, so compare it with the total of 375.19 euros.
So proceed now
- Compare your payment notice with the three blocks and the total of 375.19 euros.
- Clarify any differences with the RWTH student office before you transfer the money.
- Keep the proof of payment and note the date of the transfer.
- Plan the dates for the summer semester 2027 as soon as the university publishes them.
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Sources: AStA of RWTH Aachen, finances and semester fee WS26/27 (status WS26/27, accessed October 2026); RWTH Aachen, re-enrolment (accessed October 2026).
Last updated: October 2026. This guide is general information, not individual advice.
