Private Universities in Neuss: Affordable Alternative to Düsseldorf

Over 10 programmes at FOM, RFH and CBS - just across the Rhine from Düsseldorf
  • 2 Universities
  • 17 Courses
  • 155.000 Population
Neuss sits directly across the Rhine from Düsseldorf and hosts FOM, RFH Cologne, and CBS. Over 10 programmes in business, technology, and international business are available. Lower rents than Düsseldorf, VRR public transport, and excellent connectivity make Neuss an attractive base.
📍 Region North Rhine-Westphalia
👥 Population 155.000
🎓 Students 8.000
🏠 Avg. Rent (shared flat) 420€/month
💰 Cost of Living Index 68
🚇 Public Transport Rating ★★★★☆
🌙 Nightlife ★★☆☆☆
🌳 Green Spaces ★★★☆☆

All private Universities in Neuss

Shown are private universities headquartered in Neuss as well as private universities offering courses in Neuss.

UAS · Private

  • Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
  • 4600 Students
  • International Management, Business Psychology, Marketing, Finance, MBA, Health Management, Childhood Education, Social Work, Sustainable Management, Pedagogy, Business Administration, General Manageme…
  • Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts
  • 35 Degree programs in the directory
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UAS · Private

  • Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia
  • 45611 Students
  • Business Administration, International Management, Finance, Legal Sciences, Business Informatics, Mechanical Engineering, Human Resources, IT Management, Communication Sciences, MBA, Business Psycholo…
  • Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Science, Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Laws
  • 28 Degree programs in the directory
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All study programmes in Neuss

On-campus program · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

RH Cologne – University of Applied Science · B.A. · 6 Semester

RH Cologne – University of Applied Science
6 Semester Cologne, Bergheim, Schleiden, Remscheid, Geilenkirchen, Wermelskirchen or Neuss German
from 499 € monthly 17.964 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · B.Sc. · 7 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
7 Semester Aachen, Berlin, Bonn, Bremen, Dortmund, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hanover, Karlsruhe, Kassel, Cologne, Mainz, Mannheim, Munich, Münster, Neuss, Nuremberg, Siegen, Stuttgart, Wesel, Wuppertal German
from 365 € monthly 15.330 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 7 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
7 Semester Aachen, Arnsberg, Berlin, Bonn, Bremen, Dortmund, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt, Hagen, Hamburg, Hannover, Karlsruhe, Kassel, Cologne, Mainz, Mannheim, Munich, Münster, Neuss, Nuremberg, Siegen, Stuttgart, Wesel, Wuppertal German
from 365 € monthly 15.330 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 7 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
7 Semester Aachen, Augsburg, Berlin, Bochum, Bremen, Dortmund, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt, Hagen, Hamburg, Hanover, Cologne, Leipzig, Mannheim, Marl, Munich, Münster, Neuss, Nuremberg, Stuttgart, Wesel, Wuppertal German
from 345 € monthly 14.490 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 7 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
7 Semester Augsburg, Berlin, Bremen, Dortmund, Duisburg, Dusseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt a. M., Hamburg, Hanover, Karlsruhe, Cologne, Munich, Münster, Neuss, Stuttgart German
from 345 € monthly 14.990 € total
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On-campus program · Master of Arts (M.A.)

RH Cologne – University of Applied Science · M.A. · 4 Semester

RH Cologne – University of Applied Science
4 Semester Neuss German
from 599 € monthly 14.376 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 7 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
7 Semester Aachen, Augsburg, Berlin, Bonn, Bremen, Dortmund, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hanover, Karlsruhe, Cologne, Mannheim, Munich, Münster, Neuss, Nuremberg, Siegen, Stuttgart, Wesel, Wuppertal German
from 295 € monthly 12.390 € total
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Dual studies · Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

RH Cologne – University of Applied Science · B.Sc. · 7 Semester

RH Cologne – University of Applied Science
7 Semester Neuss German
from 250 € monthly 10.500 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · B.Sc. · 7 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
7 Semester Bremen, Dortmund, Frankfurt am Main, Munich, Siegen, Neuss, Hamburg, Mannheim, Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Essen, Cologne, Stuttgart, Wuppertal German
from 350 € monthly 17.100 € total
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Dual studies · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

CBS University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 6 Semester

CBS University of Applied Sciences
6 Semester Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, Cologne, Mainz, Neuss, Rheine, Rostock, Solingen German
from 589 € monthly 20.500 € total
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Dual studies · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

CBS University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 6 Semester

CBS University of Applied Sciences
6 Semester Cologne, Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, Mainz, Neuss, Rheine, Rostock, Solingen German
from 609 € monthly 21.924 € total
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Dual studies · Master of Arts (M.A.)

CBS University of Applied Sciences · M.A. · 4 Semester

CBS University of Applied Sciences
4 Semester Köln & Neuss German
from 550 € monthly 13.200 € total
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Part-time program · Master of Arts (M.A.)

FOM University of Applied Sciences · M.A. · 5 Semester

FOM University of Applied Sciences
5 Semester Berlin, Frankfurt a. M., Munich, Neuss, Hamburg, Hanover, Herne, Duisburg, Arnsberg German
from 410 € monthly 14.380 € total
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Dual studies · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

CBS University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 6 Semester

CBS University of Applied Sciences
6 Semester Köln, Berlin, Hamburg, Mainz, Rostock, Rheine, Solingen, Neuss German
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Part-time program · Master of Science (M.Sc.)

CBS University of Applied Sciences · M.Sc. · 5 Semester

CBS University of Applied Sciences
5 Semester Köln, Berlin, Hamburg, Mainz, Neuss, Rheine, Rostock, Solingen German
from 495 € monthly 14.850 € total
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Part-time program · Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

CBS University of Applied Sciences · B.A. · 8 Semester

CBS University of Applied Sciences
8 Semester Berlin, Hamburg, Köln, Mainz, Neuss, Rheine, Rostock, Solingen German
from 290 € monthly 13.920 € total
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Neuss is a mid-sized city of around 155,000 residents – located directly across the Rhine from Düsseldorf. The city hosts three private universities: FOM offers around 5 part-time programmes, RFH Cologne around 4, and CBS International Business School around 2. Around 8,000 students study in Neuss altogether.

Why is Neuss a smart choice for a private degree?

Neuss: Three private universities just across the Rhine from Düsseldorf

Neuss offers the locational advantages of Düsseldorf – without Düsseldorf's rental prices. The city is just one Rhine bridge away from the state capital, but with significantly lower rents. The VRR transport ticket covers Düsseldorf, Cologne, and the entire Rhineland.

FOM: Part-time study alongside work

FOM is Germany's largest private university for working professionals. At its Neuss campus, it offers part-time business and management programmes with lectures in the evenings and at weekends.

RFH Cologne: Technology and business

RFH Cologne operates a study location in Neuss with programmes in business and technology. The university combines practical orientation with small group sizes – an advantage over overcrowded public universities in Cologne or Düsseldorf.

CBS: International business

CBS offers internationally oriented programmes in business and management at its Neuss campus. Some courses are taught in English – ideal for students aiming for an international career.

What does it cost to live in Neuss as a student?

Neuss is in the Rhineland with a cost of living index of 68 (Numbeo). This is cheaper than Düsseldorf but more expensive than eastern Ruhr area cities. Monthly total costs (excluding tuition) range between €750 and €950.

Rent and housing

A room in a shared flat costs between €380 and €460 per month on average. Prices in the Neuss city centre are moderate; towards Düsseldorf they rise. Many students live in Neuss and commute to Düsseldorf for leisure and work.

Sample monthly budget

  • Rent (shared flat): €420
  • Health insurance: €110
  • Public transport: €40
  • Groceries & household: €210
  • Leisure & culture: €75
  • Total: approx. €855 per month (excluding tuition fees)

What are the admission requirements at private universities in Neuss?

All three universities admit students without an NC. Admission is based on each institution's own process. At FOM, you additionally need professional training or employment for the part-time programmes.

International applicants

Most programmes in Neuss are taught in German (C1 level required). CBS offers some English-taught modules for international business students. Verify your school-leaving certificate at anabin.kmk.org. Düsseldorf's international business community provides excellent networking and career opportunities.

How can you finance your studies in Neuss?

Tuition fees vary by institution: FOM charges around €300–400/month, RFH and CBS are higher. You can apply for BAföG (maximum €934/month). FOM students typically work in parallel – many employers contribute to tuition fees. Düsseldorf's job market is quickly accessible via VRR transport.

Frequently asked questions about studying privately in Neuss

Neuss offers lower rents with practically the same accessibility. By tram, you reach Düsseldorf city centre in 15–20 minutes. You benefit from Düsseldorf's job market and cultural scene while paying less rent.

No. FOM exclusively offers part-time programmes. Lectures take place in the evenings and at weekends. You need professional training, employment, or a parallel internship alongside your studies.

CBS is the strongest option for international students, offering partly English-taught programmes in international business. RFH provides practical small-group teaching. FOM is designed for working professionals and requires a parallel job or internship.

Yes. The VRR ticket covers Düsseldorf, Cologne, the Ruhr area, and large parts of the Rhineland. You reach Cologne from Neuss in around 30 minutes by S-Bahn – convenient for leisure, culture, and additional job opportunities.

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