The University of Potsdam publishes a table that lists the semester fee and the re-enrolment charge (Rückmeldegebühr) for every semester since 2019. For the winter semester 2026/27 it shows 372.80 euros. This guide puts the figure in context, shows the development and gives the deadlines. A breakdown into ticket, student services organisation (Studierendenwerk) and general student committee (AStA) is not documented.
Short answer: The University of Potsdam lists a semester fee of 372.80 euros for the winter semester 2026/27 in its table, alongside a re-enrolment charge of 51.00 euros. Regular re-enrolment ran from 15 June to 15 July 2026, and late re-enrolment was possible until 31 August 2026 for an administrative fee of 10.00 euros. No breakdown of the total amount is available.
The Key Points in Brief
- Semester fee according to the university’s table: 372.80 euros for the winter semester 2026/27, as of October 2026 when it was reviewed.
- The same table includes a re-enrolment charge of 51.00 euros. The extract does not show whether it is part of the total.
- Compared with the winter semester 2025/26 and the summer semester 2026 (each 354.80 euros), the increase is 18.00 euros.
- Regular re-enrolment: 15 June to 15 July 2026. Late re-enrolment until 31 August 2026 with an administrative fee of 10.00 euros.
- For certain groups the amount applies without the Germany Semester Ticket. The table refers to footnotes for this.
How Has the Fee in Potsdam Developed?
The university’s table covers the development since the winter semester 2019/20. The most recent step is an increase to 372.80 euros. The extract is silent about the individual items. Its footnotes refer to groups that may not receive the Germany Semester Ticket. For the Berlin and Brandenburg region, look at Studying in Berlin: Semester Fee, Housing and Costs 2026.
| Semester | Semester fee per table | Re-enrolment charge |
|---|---|---|
| Winter semester 2022/23 | 316.00 euros | 51.00 euros |
| Summer semester 2024 | 292.40 euros (footnote) | 51.00 euros |
| Winter semester 2024/25 | 322.40 euros (footnote) | 51.00 euros |
| Winter semester 2025/26 | 354.80 euros (footnote) | 51.00 euros |
| Summer semester 2026 | 354.80 euros (footnote) | 51.00 euros |
| Winter semester 2026/27 | 372.80 euros (footnote) | 51.00 euros |
The footnotes of the extract name groups that are not allowed to receive the Germany Semester Ticket. Check whether your course or status belongs to them.
What Is the Re-enrolment Charge of 51 Euros?
The university’s table has a separate column with a re-enrolment charge of 51.00 euros, the same in every semester. The extract does not show whether this charge is part of the “semester” total or payable on top. Neither 372.80 euros nor 423.80 euros can therefore be named as the documented transfer amount. What is certain is that your amount is shown in PULS under “Student services, payments”, with a QR code for the transfer.
When Do You Need to Re-enrol?
The re-enrolment page describes two periods. Re-enrolment on time runs from 15 June to 15 July. After that, late re-enrolment is possible until 31 August, provided you pay the administrative fee of 10.00 euros.
| Period | Type | Additional costs |
|---|---|---|
| 15 June to 15 July 2026 | Regular re-enrolment | None |
| 16 July to 31 August 2026 | Late re-enrolment | Administrative fee of 10.00 euros |
If you miss this deadline as well, contact the student services office. The consequences are explained in Semester Fee Deadline: Re-enrolment and Consequences.
How Do You Calculate the Costs?
Assumption: your PULS amount equals the table total of 372.80 euros. Then you pay 745.60 euros in a study year and 2,236.80 euros over six semesters. The difference to the winter semester 2025/26 is 18.00 euros, about 5 percent. Other universities with similar increases are listed in Semester Fees by University: Data for 30 Cities.
Which Amounts Are Realistic, and What Depends on Them?
| Assumption | Calculation | Amount per semester | Six semesters |
|---|---|---|---|
| A: the total includes the re-enrolment charge | 372.80 euros | 372.80 euros | 2,236.80 euros |
| B: the re-enrolment charge 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. The difference over six semesters is 306.00 euros. For this reason, compare the amount with the one in PULS before your first transfer.
Why Should You Read the Footnotes of the Table?
The table marks the semesters from 2024 onwards with footnotes. They refer to groups that are not allowed to receive the Germany Semester Ticket. If you belong to one of them, a different amount applies to you than the one in the table. You will find the wording of the footnotes in the document linked by the university.
Which Documents Help With Queries?
For queries to the student services office you need little: your student ID number, the payment amount from PULS, the proof of payment and, if applicable, evidence that you belong to a group without the Germany Semester Ticket. State which semester you mean. The table shows the same re-enrolment charge for every semester, so referring to the specific semester helps avoid misunderstandings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 372.80 euros the amount I transfer?
That depends on whether the re-enrolment charge is included in the total. The amount in PULS is decisive.
Where do I see the payment amount?
In PULS under “Student services, payments”, with a QR code for the transfer.
What does late re-enrolment cost?
An administrative fee of 10 euros, provided you re-enrol by 31 August.
What do the footnotes in the table mean?
They refer to groups that are not allowed to receive the Germany Semester Ticket. The extract does not name these groups individually.
Why has the fee increased?
The university gives no reason in the extract. The increase is 18.00 euros compared with the two previous semesters.
What to Do Now
- Open PULS and go to “Student services, payments”.
- Compare the amount with the table and clarify the re-enrolment charge.
- Note the deadlines for the next semester in your calendar.
- Pay with bank lead time and keep the receipt.
Related Articles
- Semester fee University of Bielefeld 2026/27
- Semester fee University of Duisburg-Essen 2026/27
- Semester Ticket and Germany Ticket: Student Travel Costs
- Semester Fee Deadline: Re-enrolment and Consequences
- Deadline calendar for winter semester 2026/27
Sources: University of Potsdam: Re-enrolment, University of Potsdam: Re-enrolment charges and semester fees
Last updated: October 2026. This guide is general information, not individual advice.
