About Catholic University in Eichstätt - Ingolstadt

About Catholic University in Eichstätt - Ingolstadt

Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt (KU), established in 1980, is the only Catholic university in the German-speaking world, located in Bavaria, Germany, with historical roots dating back to 1564 through the Collegium Willibaldinum. With approximately 4,925 students, it offers a wide range of programs across eight faculties, including Theology, Philosophy and Education, Languages and Literatures, and Business Administration and Economics. The main campus is in Eichstätt, while the Ingolstadt School of Management operates in Ingolstadt, providing personalized and interdisciplinary learning environments. KU is committed to Christian values, promoting freedom in research and teaching, and welcomes students of all faiths. It maintains a strong global network with over 250 partner universities, facilitating international exchange and collaboration. The university is largely state-funded but run by a self-governing public church trust, emphasizing societal responsibility and academic excellence.