Jena, May 07, 2026. The Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena belongs to the top addresses for prospective lawyers and economists in the current CHE ranking. The focus of the top evaluation is primarily on the excellent support at the start of studies as well as the extensive practical opportunities and high academic success.
- Institution: Friedrich-Schiller-Universität (FSU) Jena
- Event: Top rankings in the CHE University Ranking (Winter Semester 2025/26)
- Evaluated Subjects: Law and Economics
- Special Strengths: Support at the start of studies, supervision, practical and international opportunities
Top ratings for the start of studies
The ranking published today in the study guide of the Centrum für Hochschulentwicklung (CHE) and the weekly magazine “Die Zeit” certifies top marks for the Jena university. In particular, both faculties examined reached the nationwide top group for support in the initial phase of studies. The Faculty of Law secured 12 out of 14 possible points, while the Faculty of Economics excelled with 13 out of 16 points.
Personal support despite high student numbers
In Law alone, more than 1,000 students are currently enrolled at the Universität Jena. Despite this size, the faculty succeeds in ensuring excellent support and good study organization according to the current ranking. The Vice President for Student Affairs and Teaching, Prof. Dr. Karina Weichold, sees the results as confirmation of the university’s strategy: “A successful start to studies is crucial for motivation and academic success. The ranking shows that the Universität Jena accompanies its students individually and reliably from the very beginning.”
Background: The Friedrich-Schiller-Universität in Jena
With its approximately 17,000 students, the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität significantly shapes the cityscape and demographics of the Lichtstadt. Almost every fourth resident of Jena is enrolled at one of the universities or employed in the academic environment. Founded in 1558, the FSU is Thuringia’s oldest and largest university. The historic campus around the main university building at Fürstengraben remains the academic heart of the city today, while facilities such as the Campus Ernst-Abbe-Platz or the natural science institutes at Beutenberg underline the image of a future-oriented research city.
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Uni Jena convinces in CHE ranking
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