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The article presents information about the relations between the development of a school of philology in 19th century Leipzig, Germany, and Slavic language studies completed by German philologist August Leskien. Statistics are given regarding subjects Bulgarian university students pursued between 1879 and 1899 at the University of Leipzig. Descriptions of August Leskien's role as professor of Bulgarian language studies are provided, and it is noted that the university's philology faculty influenced other European language studies departments. Notable students who worked with Leskien are listed, including Baudouin de Courtenay, Alexander Brückner, and Olaf Broch.