The semester fee of Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a bundle of compulsory items and several small optional offers. For the winter semester 2026/27 the university states EUR 421.43. This guide sets out every item and gives the re-registration deadline from the overview of semester dates.
Short answer: The semester fee at the University of Giessen for the winter semester 2026/27, for initial enrolment and re-registration, is EUR 421.43. The largest item is the Germany semester ticket at EUR 226.80, plus EUR 118.00 for the Studierendenwerk, EUR 50.00 as an administrative fee (Verwaltungskostenbeitrag) and small items. The re-registration period ran from 15 June 2026 to 31 July 2026.
The key points at a glance
- Total according to the university: EUR 421.43 for the winter semester 2026/27.
- Semester ticket EUR 226.80, Studierendenwerk EUR 118.00, administrative fee EUR 50.00.
- Five additional items come on top: theatre, bike-sharing, legal expenses insurance, swimming pool and cinema.
- Re-registration period: 15 June 2026 to 31 July 2026. The semester runs from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027, and lectures run from 12 October 2026 to 12 February 2027.
- For international exchange students (incoming), the fee is EUR 50.00 lower. The digital master’s programme Sustainable Transition has its own fee of EUR 120.50.
How high is the semester fee in Giessen in detail?
The university lists every item separately. Because the breakdown is unusually long, the small items are worth a closer look. Together they come to EUR 15.13. For an overview of the city, see the guide Studying in Giessen: Semester Fee, Housing and Costs.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Semester ticket (Germany semester ticket) | EUR 226.80 |
| Studierendenwerk | EUR 118.00 |
| Administrative fee | EUR 50.00 |
| Student body | EUR 11.50 |
| Swimming pool flat rate | EUR 3.98 |
| Cinema flat rate | EUR 5.00 |
| Bike-sharing system | EUR 2.65 |
| Group legal expenses insurance | EUR 2.00 |
| Theatre semester ticket | EUR 1.50 |
| Total | EUR 421.43 |
The page does not name the AStA (general student committee) explicitly. It lists the item as the student body. The semester ticket and the Studierendenwerk together come to EUR 344.80, which is about 82 percent of the total.
Which special cases does the university name?
| Group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Regular students at enrolment and re-registration | EUR 421.43 |
| International exchange students (incoming) | EUR 50.00 less, so EUR 371.43 by the university’s own calculation |
| Digital master’s programme Sustainable Transition | EUR 120.50 |
The amount for the digital programme is evidently low because it apparently includes no semester ticket and no on-site services. That is an inference from the amount. The university does not give the reason on the page.
Until when did you have to re-register?
The overview of semester dates names the period 15 June 2026 to 31 July 2026 for the winter semester 2026/27. The page on the semester fee itself gives no dates and refers to this overview instead. The pages checked contain no information on a grace period or late fee. If you missed the deadline, contact the Student Administration Office directly. See also Semester Fee Deadline: Re-enrolment and Consequences.
| Date | Period |
|---|---|
| Re-registration deadline | 15 June 2026 to 31 July 2026 |
| Semester | 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 |
| Lecture period | 12 October 2026 to 12 February 2027 |
How do you recalculate the amount?
Assumption: you pay the standard fee without any reduction. Then EUR 226.80 + EUR 118.00 + EUR 50.00 + EUR 11.50 + EUR 1.50 + EUR 2.65 + EUR 2.00 + EUR 3.98 + EUR 5.00 gives the sum of EUR 421.43. The ticket share equals six monthly amounts of EUR 37.80. This is an arithmetic conversion and not a price stated by the transport association.
How does Giessen compare?
The neighbouring universities are close together. In the same semester Marburg charges EUR 424.80, Kassel EUR 409.27 and Darmstadt EUR 402.68. What stands out in Giessen is that the student body contribution, at EUR 11.50, is the lowest in this group, while the additional offers for cinema, swimming pool and bike-sharing cost EUR 11.63 together. You can sort universities by name in the Semester Fees by University: Data for 30 Cities overview.
| University | Total | Ticket share |
|---|---|---|
| University of Giessen | EUR 421.43 | EUR 226.80 |
| University of Marburg | EUR 424.80 | EUR 230.50 |
| University of Kassel | EUR 409.27 | EUR 226.80 |
| TU Darmstadt | EUR 402.68 | EUR 226.80 |
What does the fee cost over your studies?
Assumption: the amount stays unchanged at EUR 421.43 over six semesters. That gives EUR 2,528.58, or on average EUR 70.24 per month of a semester. The ticket alone accounts for EUR 1,360.80 of this. The Studierendenwerk contribution adds up to EUR 708.00. Plan these sums into your budget, even though they fall due in two instalments per year. Before the re-registration for the summer semester at the latest, check the amount against the portal again, because the regulations and items can change.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to pay the cinema and swimming pool flat rates?
Both appear as fixed items in the university’s breakdown. The page does not say whether you can opt out. Ask the Student Administration Office before you transfer the money.
What does the group legal expenses insurance cover?
The breakdown only names the item of EUR 2.00. For its scope, check the documents of the student body or the university.
Does the ticket also apply to long-distance travel?
The Germany semester ticket applies to local and regional transport, not to long-distance travel. The exact conditions are set by the transport operators.
Who pays less than EUR 421.43?
According to the page, international exchange students pay EUR 50.00 less. The digital master’s programme Sustainable Transition has its own amount of EUR 120.50.
When does lecture time begin?
On 12 October 2026. The semester itself formally begins on 1 October 2026.
What you should do now
- Open the university’s overview of semester dates and check the re-registration deadline for the next semester.
- Compare the amount in the portal with the EUR 421.43 in the table.
- Clarify special cases such as exchange studies or the digital programme before you pay.
- Keep the proof of payment.
Related guides
- Semester fee at Uni Marburg 2026/27
- Studying in Giessen: Semester Fee, Housing and Costs
- Semester Ticket and Germany Ticket: Student Travel Costs
- Semester Fee Deadline: Re-enrolment and Consequences
- Semester Fees by University: Data for 30 Cities
Sources: University of Giessen: semester fee, University of Giessen: semester dates
Stand: October 2026. This guide provides general information and is not individual advice.
