Medical University of Vienna
About the university
The Medical University of Vienna is one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious medical institutions, with origins dating back to 1365 as part of the University of Vienna and established as an independent university in 2004. It is highly regarded for its contributions to medical research, education, and clinical practice. The university operates in close cooperation with the Vienna General Hospital (AKH), one of Europe’s largest hospitals, providing students with extensive clinical training opportunities. MedUni Vienna offers programs in human medicine, dentistry, and biomedical sciences, and is known for its strong research output in fields such as oncology, neuroscience, immunology, and precision medicine. It attracts students and researchers from around the world and plays a key role in advancing healthcare and medical innovation.
Key information
- Location: Vienna, AT
- Ranking #69
- QS #100
- THE #201
- US News #190
- National ranking #2
- Institution type: public
Popular faculties
- Human Medicine
- Dentistry
- Biomedical Sciences
- Public Health
- Clinical Research
Programs (5)
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Public Health
- Neuroscience
Student body
- Total students: 8,000
- Undergraduate: 6,500
- Graduate: 1,200
- International students: 30%
Campus life
The Medical University of Vienna (MedUni Wien) is the largest medical training centre in the German-speaking world, educating approximately 8,000 students. Located primarily at the Vienna General Hospital (AKH) campus in the 9th district, students learn in one of Europe's most advanced clinical settings. The university was established as an independent institution in 2004 but traces its roots to the medical faculty founded in 1365. As a specialized medical university, campus life revolves around clinical rotations, research labs, and medical studies. Students benefit from Vienna's extensive student dormitory network for affordable housing. The AKH campus is well-connected by U-Bahn and is close to the University of Vienna campus, allowing students to enjoy the broader university social scene and Vienna's exceptional cultural offerings.
Housing & accommodation
Housing cost: €800 - €1,300 / per month
Housing options
- OeAD Student Housing
- STUWO dormitories
- home4students
- Viennabase
- Private shared apartments near AKH campus
Student clubs and organizations
- Medical Students Association
- Research groups
- International medical students network
- Sports groups
Sports
- USI Vienna sports
- Football
- Swimming
- Running groups
- Yoga
- Climbing
Career & internships
Employment rate: 95%
Partner companies
- Vienna General Hospital (AKH)
- WHO
- Roche
- Novartis
- Pfizer
Internships: The Medical University of Vienna integrates compulsory clinical training and internships into all medical programs. Students gain extensive hands-on experience through rotations at Vienna General Hospital and affiliated clinics. Training includes patient care, diagnostics and research activities. Advanced students participate in clinical placements and research internships, often collaborating with international institutions.
Admission requirements
Required documents
- High school diploma
- academic transcripts
- German language certificate (C1)
- entrance exam (MedAT)
- passport
Minimum GPA: 3
Tuition costs
- €1,600 - €2,000 / per year
- Acceptance rate: 15.00%
- Scholarships available: The Medical University of Vienna offers limited internal scholarships due to Austria’s low tuition structure. Students can access funding through Austrian government scholarships, Erasmus+ mobility programs, and research grants. Financial support is typically merit-based and may cover living expenses, research activities or international exchange programs. Doctoral and research students have access to funded positions and grants within research projects.
Quick facts
- Founded: 1365
- Teaching languages: english, german
- Study formats: offline
Contact
- Website: https://www.meduniwien.ac.at
- [email protected]
- +43 1 40160-0