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Overview
Austria offers excellent education quality with relatively low tuition fees. Vienna consistently ranks as the world's most livable city. With Schengen access and a strong economy, Austria is an increasingly popular destination for international students.
During Study: 20 hours/week during semester
Post-Study: 12-month Red-White-Red Card (Job Seeker) after graduation
IELTS Min: 6.0 – 6.5+ (German B2 for German-taught programs)
Visa Time: 4–8 weeks
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Why Study in Austria?
Vienna — world's #1 most livable city 7 years running
Schengen Zone access across Europe
Low tuition — EUR 726/semester (public universities)
Strong economy — excellent job market for graduates
Rich cultural heritage and high quality of life
Work 20 hours/week during studies
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Top Student Cities
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Vienna
Major student city in Austria
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Graz
Major student city in Austria
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Innsbruck
Major student city in Austria
04
Linz
Major student city in Austria
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Salzburg
Major student city in Austria
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Popular Courses & Fields
Engineering & Technology
Medicine
Business & Economics
Architecture
Music & Arts
Law
Environmental Sciences
Computer Science
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Partner Universities
#175
University of Vienna
Vienna · Humanities, Sciences, Law
#186
Vienna University of Technology (TU)
Vienna · Engineering, IT, Architecture
#174
Medical University of Vienna
Vienna · Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy
#501
University of Graz
Graz · Sciences, Economics, Law
#601
Johannes Kepler University Linz
Linz · Engineering, Business, Sciences
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Study Programs & Levels
Bachelor
3–4 Years
Master
1–2 Years
PhD
3–4 Years
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Intake Periods
OCT
Winter Semester
📌 Deadline: July – September
💡 Main intake for most programs
OpenMAR
Summer Semester
📌 Deadline: December – January
💡 Available for some programs
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Entry Requirements
| Program Level | IELTS | TOEFL iBT | PTE | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor (English) | 6.0 | 80 | 55 | |
| Bachelor (German) | — | — | — | B2/C1 German required |
| Master | 6.5 | 90 | 58 |
📁 Required Documents Checklist
Valid passport
University admission letter
German B2/C1 certificate (German-taught programs)
IELTS/TOEFL (English-taught programs)
Proof of funds (EUR 700/month)
Health insurance
Lichtbildausweis (photo ID)
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Cost of Study & Living
Annual Tuition & Fees
Tuition RangeEUR 726/semester (public) – 15,000/year (private)
IELTS Minimum6.0 – 6.5+ (German B2 for German-taught programs)
Visa Processing4–8 weeks
Monthly Living Cost (Est.)
🏠 AccommodationEUR 350–700/mo
🍽️ FoodEUR 200–350/mo
🚌 TransportEUR 50–100/mo
💰 Total/MonthEUR 700–1,200/mo
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Work Rights & Visa Process
During Study
20 hours/week during semester
Post-Graduation
12-month Red-White-Red Card (Job Seeker) after graduation
Visa Processing
4–8 weeks
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Application Filing
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Offer Letter
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Pre-Departure Brief
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Scholarships & Funding
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OeAD Scholarship
Austrian Government scholarship — covers tuition + monthly stipend for Master & PhD students.
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Ernst Mach Grant
For research visits and short-term programs at Austrian universities.
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Erasmus+ Funding
Available for partner institution exchange programs across Austria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For English-taught Master programs — no. However, German B2/C1 is required for most Bachelor programs and greatly improves career prospects.
Yes — Vienna has topped the Economist's Global Liveability Index for 6+ consecutive years for infrastructure, safety, healthcare, and culture.
Yes — just EUR 726 per semester for non-EU students. Among the very lowest tuition fees in the world for EU-standard education.
After graduation, apply for the 12-month Red-White-Red Card job seeker permit. You can work any job in Austria while searching for skilled employment.
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