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Schiller International University Spain – Courses, Fees, Admission & Campus

Madrid, Spain

  • Intake: Fall, Spring

Overview

Schiller International University Spain is a private, US-accredited university (Madrid and Paris campuses opened in 1967) that is part of GEDU Global Education. The Madrid campus is in the Chamberí district and teaches in English: six 4-year bachelor’s degrees and six 12-month master’s/MBA programmes.

The campus has about 3,000 m2 of learning space, smartboard classrooms, a student lounge, library resources, and a Digital Learning Hub with 3D printers, VR equipment and a podcast studio. Student housing is arranged through partners such as HousingAnywhere and Micampus, with discounts for Schiller students. Graduates can apply for Spain’s post-study job-search visa. CampusSeva counselors can help you with course selection, the application, scholarships and visa guidance.

Courses and fees

The university lists 12 programmes for international students, including BS International Business, BS Computer Science, BA International Relations and Diplomacy and BS International Hospitality and Tourism Management. Reported tuition includes BS International Business: EUR 15,420; BS Computer Science: EUR 15,420; BA International Relations and Diplomacy: EUR 15,420. Fees change every session, so confirm the latest amount and any extra costs before you pay a deposit.

Eligibility and English tests

Bachelor: high-school diploma or equivalent (for example Abitur, Baccalauréat, IB, A-levels). Master and MBA: a bachelor’s degree with a good academic record; some programmes may need prerequisite courses. English test scores listed are IELTS: UG 5.5 · PG 6.0 · MBA 6.5; TOEFL: UG 51 · PG and MBA 67; PTE: PTE (GSE) 46 UG · 52 PG. Ask the admissions team if you qualify for an English waiver.

Scholarships

Scholarships listed for the university include Global Citizen Scholarship (2027): Up to 50%, Alumni Scholarship: Up to 50% and Seeds of Peace: 50%. Amounts, eligibility and deadlines change every year, so check the current round before you apply.

Intakes and how to apply

Intakes: September (fall) and February (spring). The application steps are: 1) Submit the application; 2) conditional offer letter; 3) meet the conditions; 4) enrollment and visa papers; 5) visa and onboarding. CampusSeva can help you with the shortlist, the documents and the visa file.

Visa, work and life after study

Non-EU students usually need a long-stay student visa (type D). Part-time work: Up to 30 hours a week (study visas issued after 26 July 2022). After graduation: Up to 12 months job-search visa after graduation.

Campus and location

The university is in Madrid, Spain. Address: Paseo de Recoletos 35, 28004 Madrid, Spain. Visit the official website for the latest notices.

Compare before you decide

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Established
1964
Subject areas
Business, Computer Science, Hospitality and Tourism, International Relations
Course level
PG, UG
Country
Spain
Intakes
Fall, Spring
Type
Private

Courses & Tuition

CourseLevelDurationTuition per yearApprox. in INR
BS International BusinessUG4 yearsEUR 15,420₹1,644,000
BS Computer ScienceUG4 yearsEUR 15,420₹1,644,000
BA International Relations and DiplomacyUG4 yearsEUR 15,420₹1,644,000
BS International Hospitality and Tourism ManagementUG4 yearsEUR 15,420₹1,644,000
BS International MarketingUG4 yearsEUR 15,420₹1,644,000
BS Business AnalyticsUG4 yearsEUR 15,420₹1,644,000
MBAPG12 monthsEUR 16,560₹1,765,000
MA International Relations and Diplomacy (UNITAR)PG12 monthsEUR 16,560₹1,765,000
MS Sustainability Management (UNITAR)PG12 monthsEUR 16,500₹1,759,000
MS Data SciencePG12 monthsEUR 16,500₹1,759,000
MS Digital Marketing and E-commercePG12 monthsEUR 16,560₹1,765,000
MS Global FinancePG12 monthsEUR 16,560₹1,765,000

Eligibility & Admission

UG 5.5 · PG 6.0 · MBA 6.5IELTS
UG 51 · PG and MBA 67TOEFL iBT
PTE (GSE) 46 UG · 52 PGPTE / Duolingo
Not listedGRE / GMAT / SAT

Academic requirement

Duolingo English Test: 95 (bachelor), 105 (master and MBA). Bachelor: high-school diploma or equivalent (for example Abitur, Baccalauréat, IB, A-levels). Master and MBA: a bachelor's degree with a good academic record; some programmes may need prerequisite courses. English proof can be waived if your previous studies were taught in English. Schiller also accepts TOEIC (650 bachelor, 700 master/MBA) and Cambridge B2.

  1. Submit the applicationSend the student application form and a copy of your passport to your enrollment advisor.
  2. Conditional offer letterAdmissions reviews your eligibility and sends a conditional offer letter. A scholarship application is given at this stage.
  3. Meet the conditionsPay the deposit, join the academic interview, send transcripts and diploma (with sworn English translation if needed), take the Online Readiness Test, and show your English proof.
  4. Enrollment and visa papersAfter all documents and the tuition proof arrive, Schiller issues the enrollment agreement and, for visa applicants, the visa support letter.
  5. Visa and onboardingVisa applicants send a copy of the approved student visa to their advisor before the programme starts.

Intakes

IntakeStartsApply by
FallSeptemberAsk your enrollment advisor
SpringFebruaryAsk your enrollment advisor

Scholarships

  • Global Citizen Scholarship (2027)Up to 50% (up to 35% for students who need a visa); Early Bird adds 10% and paying the full year upfront adds 5%First-year undergraduate and all graduate students, on academic achievement or exceptional talent in arts, sports, sciences or leadership. Limited places each year.
  • Alumni ScholarshipUp to 50%For students who finished a previous degree at Schiller or a GEDU partner. Other GEDU graduates need a 3.5 GPA for 50% or 3.2 for 25%.
  • Seeds of Peace50%For students from regions in active or recent conflict who are committed to peace (Schiller lists Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Palestine and Lebanon).
  • Academic Honors50%Current undergraduates from Year 2, with a first-year GPA of at least 3.5.
  • Academic Merit25%Current undergraduates from Year 2, with a first-year GPA of at least 3.2.

Visa & Living Cost

Non-EU students usually need a long-stay student visa (type D). Book an appointment at the Spanish consulate (slots fill quickly), gather translated documents, attend the appointment with your application and fee, and give fingerprints. After arrival you register your address and apply for the Foreigner Identity Card (TIE).

Schiller lists: signed application form, admission letter, passport valid three months beyond your stay, two photos, health insurance, accommodation details, proof of EUR 12,000 for one year, and academic records if requested. Processing is typically 3 to 6 weeks and the fee is about EUR 90. Rules change, so check the Spanish consulate website.

Post-study work
Up to 12 months job-search visa after graduation
Part-time work
Up to 30 hours a week (study visas issued after 26 July 2022)
Living cost
₹16.05 L/year (Schiller estimate: EUR 1,255 a month (housing 750, food 200, transport 20-50, phone 20, other 200, books 35))

Facilities

  • Library
  • Student clubs

FAQs

What are the tuition fees at Schiller International University Madrid?

Bachelor programmes cost EUR 15,420 per year (4 years). The MBA, MA International Relations and Diplomacy (UNITAR), MS Digital Marketing and E-commerce and MS Global Finance cost EUR 16,560 for the 12-month programme, and the MS in Sustainability Management (UNITAR) and MS in Data Science cost EUR 16,500. Tuition includes books and materials, integrated language classes and student activities. Accommodation, visa and travel are extra.

What scholarships are available?

Schiller offers the Global Citizen Scholarship (up to 50%, or up to 35% for students who need a visa), Alumni (up to 50%), Seeds of Peace (50%) and, from Year 2, Academic Honors (50%) and Academic Merit (25%).

What English score do I need?

Bachelor: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 51 or Duolingo 95. Master: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 67 or Duolingo 105. MBA: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 67 or Duolingo 105. The test can be waived if your previous studies were in English.

How do I apply?

Send the application form and passport copy to a Schiller enrollment advisor, receive a conditional offer letter, then complete the deposit, academic interview, documents and Online Readiness Test. Schiller then issues the enrollment agreement and visa support letter.

Do I need a visa for Spain?

Non-EU students usually need a long-stay student visa (type D). Schiller lists the admission letter, health insurance, accommodation details and proof of EUR 12,000 for one year, and says processing typically takes 3 to 6 weeks. After arrival you apply for the foreigner identity card (TIE).

Can I work while studying?

Yes. Students whose study visa was issued after 26 July 2022 can work up to 30 hours a week without a separate permit, if they keep meeting their course requirements. Graduates can apply for a job-search visa of up to 12 months.

Where is the Schiller Madrid campus?

Paseo de Recoletos 35, 28004 Madrid, in the Chamberí district near Serrano, Goya and La Castellana. The metro has more than 300 stations.

Location

Paseo de Recoletos 35, 28004 Madrid, Spain

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