Overall, most students need around €1000,- a month for a living, the rental fee for accomodation included.
For the whole semester, you will have to expect additional expenses of €100,-?for Books and €50,-?for other material as well as the semester fee. In Germany, every household also has to pay a monthly broadcasting fee.
Dormitory rooms usually cost between €250,- and €300,-?per?month.
Rooms on the general housing market can cost up to €600,-.
When living in Germany, a bank account is mandatory. You will need the account to pay for rents, health insurance and many other important fees.
International Students need: