Last reviewed 2026-11-04. Requirements change often — always verify with official sources.
Quick answers: studying in Austria
What can students study in Austria?
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD programmes, with popular fields including Music, Engineering, Economics, Architecture.
Check each university's official programme page for the current course list.
What qualifications may be needed?
Entry requirements in Austria vary by institution, programme and study level.
Entry requirements in Austria vary by institution, programme and study level. Most programmes ask for recognised prior qualifications, proof of language proficiency and supporting documents. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
How can I verify a university?
Use the institution's official website and the national education or quality-assurance sources listed below for Austria.
Confirm the institution and programme are recognised before paying any fees.
What costs should I plan for?
Plan for tuition, living costs, visa fees, health insurance and travel.
Tuition in Austria depends on the institution, programme, study level and your nationality. Fees are published by each university. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source. Living costs in Austria vary by city, accommodation type and lifestyle. Visa authorities may set a minimum amount of funds you must show. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
How does the application process work?
Shortlist, check requirements, prepare documents, apply, accept an offer, then apply for your Austria student visa.
Shortlist programmes and institutions in Austria that match your academic background and goals. Check each programme's published entry requirements, language requirements and deadlines. Prepare documents: transcripts, certificates, passport, statement of purpose and references. Submit your application through the institution or the official national application portal. Receive and accept your offer, then complete any deposit or enrolment steps. Apply for your student visa or residence permit for Austria and arrange accommodation.
Where are the official visa requirements?
On the official immigration and government sources for Austria linked in the Student visa section.
Non-EU students generally need a residence permit for students. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Overview of studying in Austria
Austria offers excellent quality of life and student cities such as Vienna, Graz, Innsbruck and Salzburg, with strengths in music, arts, technology and social sciences.
Education system
Austria has public universities, universities of applied sciences, private universities and university colleges of teacher education, following the Bologna structure.
Universities in Austria
Universities in Austria differ in programmes, entry requirements and fees. Tell us which university or course you have in mind and a SKILLVARO counsellor will help you explore the options, using official institution sources.
Make a university enquiry for Austria →Popular courses and study levels
- Music
- Engineering
- Economics
- Architecture
- Life Sciences
Study levels: Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
No individual programmes in Austria have been verified yet. Search programmes on the official university websites.
Browse courses in Austria →Eligibility
Entry requirements in Austria vary by institution, programme and study level. Most programmes ask for recognised prior qualifications, proof of language proficiency and supporting documents. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Admission process
- Shortlist programmes and institutions in Austria that match your academic background and goals.
- Check each programme's published entry requirements, language requirements and deadlines.
- Prepare documents: transcripts, certificates, passport, statement of purpose and references.
- Submit your application through the institution or the official national application portal.
- Receive and accept your offer, then complete any deposit or enrolment steps.
- Apply for your student visa or residence permit for Austria and arrange accommodation.
Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Tuition fees
Tuition in Austria depends on the institution, programme, study level and your nationality. Fees are published by each university. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Cost of living
Living costs in Austria vary by city, accommodation type and lifestyle. Visa authorities may set a minimum amount of funds you must show. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Scholarships
OeAD maintains a scholarship database for international students. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Student visa
Non-EU students generally need a residence permit for students. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Career & post-study options
Graduates may be able to apply for a permit to seek employment. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
FAQs about studying in Austria
Are programmes taught in English in Austria?
Many master's and doctoral programmes are taught in English; most bachelor's programmes are in German.
Do I need IELTS to study in Austria?
Language requirements are set by each institution and programme, and some accept alternative tests or prior English-medium study. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
Can I work while studying in Austria?
Work rights for international students are defined by immigration rules and can change. Please confirm the current requirements through the official source.
How can SKILLVARO help with Austria?
Our counsellors help you shortlist programmes, prepare documents and plan your application timeline for Austria.
Enquire about Austria
Book a free session with a SKILLVARO counsellor to shortlist programmes, check eligibility and plan your application for Austria.
