The semester fee (Semesterbeitrag) at TU Dresden for the 2026/27 winter semester is €361 per semester, according to the student council (Studierendenrat). Most of it goes to the Germany semester ticket (Deutschlandsemesterticket). This guide shows you the individual items, calculates the amount over a full degree and explains what to check before your re-enrolment (Rückmeldung).
Short answer: For the 2026/27 winter semester, the student council gives the TU Dresden semester fee as €361.00 per semester. Of this, €226.80 goes to the Germany semester ticket, €112.73 to the student services organisation Dresden (Studierendenwerk Dresden), €14.09 to the student council and €7.38 to Mobibike. Re-enrolment window: 1 July to 5 September. Last updated: October 2026 (re-enrolment page of TU Dresden, changed on 19 October 2026).
Key points at a glance
- €361.00 per semester for the 2026/27 winter semester, according to the student council.
- €226.80 of this goes to the Germany semester ticket, which is about 63 percent of the amount.
- €112.73 flows to the student services organisation Dresden.
- €14.09 goes to the student council and €7.38 to Mobibike.
- According to TU Dresden, the re-enrolment window for the 2026/27 winter semester runs from 1 July to 5 September, and for the 2027 summer semester from 15 January to 5 March.
What is included in the €361 semester fee?
The fee is split into four items. The table shows the amounts as the student council reports them, and each item’s share of the total. The shares are our own calculation.
| Item | Amount | Share of total (own calculation) |
|---|---|---|
| Germany semester ticket | €226.80 | about 63 percent |
| Student services organisation Dresden | €112.73 | about 31 percent |
| Student council and faculty councils (Fachschaften) | €14.09 | about 4 percent |
| Mobibike | €7.38 | about 2 percent |
| Total | €361.00 | 100 percent |
The semester ticket is by far the largest item. TU Dresden combines the ticket (€226.80), Mobibike (€7.38) and the student council share (€14.09) into a student body contribution (Studentenschaftsbeitrag) of €248.27. The student services organisation receives another €112.73. According to TU Dresden, students on leave of absence who do not use the ticket pay €126.82. Neither TU Dresden nor the student council shows a separate administration fee. Check the current figure again for later semesters.
Is the Germany semester ticket worth it within the fee?
Whether the ticket is worth it for you depends on how often you travel. You can roughly convert the ticket share into a monthly figure. Assumption: the semester lasts six months. Then the ticket works out to about €37.80 per month (€226.80 divided by 6, our own calculation). Compare this figure with what you would otherwise spend on travel.
This does not settle the question for you. What matters is that the amount is part of the semester fee and is not billed separately. You can find an overview of ticket offers in our guide Semester Ticket and Germany Ticket: Student Travel Costs.
How do I calculate the semester fee over my whole degree?
Assumption: the fee stays at €361 per semester. Then one year with two semesters comes to €722. A bachelor’s degree with six semesters comes to €2,166, and a master’s degree with four semesters comes to €1,444.
| Study phase | Semesters | Total at €361 (assumption) |
|---|---|---|
| One year of study | 2 | €722 |
| Bachelor’s degree | 6 | €2,166 |
| Master’s degree | 4 | €1,444 |
The amounts change as soon as the student council or the student services organisation publishes new rates. The totals are therefore only a guide.
How do I pay the semester fee on time?
Payment is part of your re-enrolment at TU Dresden. According to the re-enrolment page of TU Dresden (last changed on 19 October 2026), the deadline for the 2026/27 winter semester falls between 1 July and 5 September, and for the 2027 summer semester between 15 January and 5 March. The Faculty of Medicine has shorter periods (winter semester 1 July to 15 August, summer semester 15 January to 15 February). The page does not state the years explicitly, but they follow from the semester.
- Open the re-enrolment page of TU Dresden and look up the details for the 2026/27 winter semester.
- Compare the amounts with the table above, especially the €361.
- Note the re-enrolment deadline and pay in good time.
- Keep the proof of payment until the re-enrolment is confirmed in the portal.
Why is it worth looking at the student services organisation?
The student services organisation Dresden receives €112.73 from the fee. It uses this money to fund services such as canteens (Mensen) and student halls of residence. If you use these services, you see the value directly. Current prices and services are listed on the websites of the student services organisation Dresden.
Frequently asked questions
Does the €361 figure also apply to the summer semester?
The student council gives €361 for the 2026/27 winter semester. For the 2027 summer semester, TU Dresden states the amount on its re-enrolment page only at the start of the re-enrolment window. Check the current figure, because individual items can change.
Why is the Germany semester ticket part of the fee?
TU Dresden links the ticket to the semester fee, and the student council reports it that way. The amount of the fee does not depend on how often you use the ticket.
What is the student council?
The student council is the representative body of the students at TU Dresden. According to the student council’s figure for the 2026/27 winter semester, it receives €14.09 per semester from the fee.
How do I know when the fee is due?
The fee is due with your re-enrolment. According to TU Dresden, the deadline for the 2026/27 winter semester is 1 July to 5 September. The student council’s page does not state a deadline.
What happens if I do not pay the fee?
Without payment by the deadline, your re-enrolment is generally not valid. The consequences for your studies, your funding and your health insurance depend on your individual case. Speak to the student administration office early if the deadline is getting close.
Where do the shares in the table come from?
The amounts come from the student council’s figures. We calculated the percentage shares ourselves and rounded them to whole percentages. The rounded shares add up to 100 percent.
What you should do now
- Check the details in your re-enrolment notice and compare the total with €361.
- Decide whether the ticket is worth it for your journeys and plan your budget accordingly.
- Pay on time and keep the proof of payment.
- Clarify questions about housing and funding early with the responsible offices.
Related guides
- Studying in Dresden: Costs, Housing and Semester Fee 2026
- Semester Ticket and Germany Ticket: Student Travel Costs
- BAföG 2026: Eligibility, Amount and Repayment Explained
- Semester fee TU München 2026/27
- Studying in Leipzig: Costs, Housing and Semester Fee 2026
Sources: Student council of TU Dresden, semester fee (figure for the 2026/27 winter semester, page without a date, accessed October 2026), TU Dresden, re-enrolment for the semester (fee breakdown and deadlines, page changed on 19 October 2026).
Last updated: October 2026. This guide is general information, not individual advice.
