Admission Preparation Plan for Austria

Planning to study in Austria? Follow this step-by-step admission plan to prepare your application, meet every requirement, and stay on schedule. Build your free personalized plan below — no registration required.

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Your admission plan for Austria, step by step

  1. Choose your program and university — Decide on your field of study and shortlist universities in Austria that offer it.
  2. Check admission requirements — Review GPA, entrance exam, and portfolio requirements for your chosen universities in Austria.
  3. Prepare your documents — Gather your diploma, certified translations, motivation letter, recommendations, and proof of funds.
  4. Take the required language test — Prepare for and pass IELTS, TOEFL, or any other language exam your programs require.
  5. Track application deadlines — Keep an eye on application and scholarship deadlines so you never miss an intake.
  6. Apply and arrange your visa — Submit your applications to universities in Austria and start your student visa process.

Why study in Austria?

Austria offers low-cost higher education — around €726 per semester for non-EU students at public universities. Teaching is predominantly in German, though English-taught programs are available, especially in Vienna and Graz.

To apply, you'll need recognized secondary school qualifications, German language certification (DSH or ÖSD C1) for German-taught programs, or IELTS/TOEFL for international programs. Application periods run from April to September depending on the program.

Top universities include the University of Vienna, TU Wien, University of Graz, and University of Innsbruck. Ernst Mach and OeAD scholarships support international students and researchers.

Universities in Austria

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