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This study reports a newmethod for analyzing the demands of university studies (MEVAS). The requirementswere identified based on the results of Critical Incident Technique workshops and were then evaluated by university professors and students regarding their importance for successful study and how well they were met by current students. In the third step, a factor analysis of the requirement dimensions was carried out. The criteria for successful study such as perceived fit with the course, satisfaction with the course, study process data, and pre-diploma grades were used to validate the identified requirements. The application of this method to identify and validate study requirements for the subject economics and business administration extracted 15 essential requirement dimensions. The extracted requirement dimensions are characterized by a differential validity profile. MEVAS can provide the basis for the construction of selection methods and can be of use for student and career counselling.