🇦🇹 Studying in Austria

German (bachelor's degrees mostly in German; few English-taught ones, at private universities and some universities of applied sciences; English-taught master's are more common)

💶 Tuition

Public universities charge non-EU students €726.72 a semester plus the ≈ €26 ÖH student union fee (≈ €1.5k a year); universities of applied sciences set their own non-EU fees, e.g. €726.72 (FH JOANNEUM) or €1,000 (FHWien der WKW) a semester; private universities about €9,000 a semester (Modul University)

In the national language: €1.5k–2k/yr
In English: €1.5k–19k/yr

Living costs: €8.7k/yr — minimum for a student residence permit under 24: €722.58/month (2026); 24+: €1,308.39

🗣️ Language of teaching

German; a handful of English-taught programmes.

Language requirements: German B2-C1 by university (Uni Wien, TU Wien, TU Graz, WU: C1; Innsbruck, Salzburg: B2); otherwise conditional admission + VWU; arts: A1-B1

📝 How to apply

For the 11-year certificate, usually 2 supplementary exams or a year at university; eligibility for the same programme in Russia; German B2–C1 (C1 at Uni Wien) or the VWU course; medicine: MedAT, ≤5% non-EU places.

🎓 Preparatory year

Vorstudienlehrgang (VWU Vienna, VGUH Graz, Innsbruck course): German + supplementary exams; €612-1,850 a semester, €70 per exam — ≈ 12 months, €1.2k–3.8k

🏛️ Universities by subject

Computer Science & IT

TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1
Johannes Kepler University Linz Linz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme (certificate max 2 years old); JKU University Preparation Program

Careers: 🤖 Machine Learning Engineer, 🧠 AI Engineer (LLM & Agents), 🛡️ Cybersecurity Engineer, 🏭 OT / Industrial Control Systems Security Specialist

Mathematics & Statistics

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1

Careers: 🤖 Machine Learning Engineer, 🤖 Health data scientist / medical AI engineer, 🕵️ Fraud Analyst, 👁️ Computer Vision Engineer

Physics & Astronomy

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes

Careers: ☢️ Nuclear Engineer, 🔬 Microelectronics Engineer (Chip Design & Fabrication), ☢️ Medical physicist, ☢️ Nuclear Reactor Operator

Chemistry

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: ⚗️ Drug discovery scientist (pharmacologist), ⚗️ Research Chemist, 🧪 Biochemist, 🏭 Food Technologist

Biological Sciences

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *

Careers: 🧬 Geneticist, ✂️ Genome Editing Scientist, 🧠 Neuroscientist, 🌱 Plant Breeder

Earth & Marine Sciences

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
Technical University of Leoben (Montanuniversität) Leoben · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester (public); German B2-C1; some master's in English *

Careers: ⛏️ Exploration Geologist, 🐧 Polar Researcher, 💧 Hydrogeologist, ⛰️ Geotechnical Engineer

Environmental Sciences

University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 for German-taught programmes; otherwise supplementary exam at VWU
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: ♻️ Waste & Circular Economy Specialist, 🚰 Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineer, 💧 Hydrogeologist, 🚰 Water and Wastewater Engineer

Agriculture & Forestry

University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 for German-taught programmes; otherwise supplementary exam at VWU
University College of Agricultural and Environmental Education Vienna
Teacher-education college (agricultural/environmental pedagogy): admission procedure, German C1 *

Careers: 🚁 Agricultural Drone Operator / Precision Ag Technician, 🌱 Plant Breeder, 🛰️ Precision Agriculture Specialist, 💉 Veterinary Nurse / Vet Tech

Veterinary Science

University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance test (limited places); taught in German, C1 needed

Careers: 🐾 Veterinarian / Veterinary Surgeon, 💉 Veterinary Nurse / Vet Tech, 🐄 Livestock Specialist / Animal Scientist, 🐟 Fish Health Veterinarian

Medicine

Medical University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; MedAT entrance test (German only); max 5% of places for non-EU; German C1
Medical University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; MedAT entrance test (German only); max 5% of places for non-EU; German C1
Medical University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; MedAT entrance test (German only); max 5% of places for non-EU; German C1

Careers: ❤️ Cardiothoracic Surgeon, 🧊 Transplant Surgeon, 🎯 Interventional Radiologist / Interventional Cardiologist, 👵 Geriatrician

Nursing & Midwifery

Hochschule Campus Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
UAS: non-EU €727 a semester; admission procedure (test, interview); German B2-C1
FH JOANNEUM Graz · €1.5k/yr
UAS: third-country students from WS 2026/27 pay €726.72 a semester; admission procedure; German B2-C1
fh gesundheit – Health University of Applied Sciences Tyrol Innsbruck
Health UAS: admission procedure (test, interview), medical certificate; German C1 *

Careers: 💊 Nurse, 🌷 Palliative Care Worker (Hospice), 🧤 Scrub Nurse (Theatre Nurse), 💉 Anaesthetic Nurse / Nurse Anesthetist

Dentistry

Medical University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; MedAT entrance test (German only); max 5% of places for non-EU; German C1
Medical University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; MedAT entrance test (German only); max 5% of places for non-EU; German C1
Medical University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; MedAT entrance test (German only); max 5% of places for non-EU; German C1

Careers: 🦷 Dentist, 🗿 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, 🦷 Dental Hygienist, 😁 Orthodontist

Pharmacy

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *

Careers: ⚗️ Drug discovery scientist (pharmacologist), 🦠 Microbiologist / Virologist, 📋 Clinical research associate, ⚕️ Pharmacist

Allied Health

Hochschule Campus Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
UAS: non-EU €727 a semester; admission procedure (test, interview); German B2-C1
FH JOANNEUM Graz · €1.5k/yr
UAS: third-country students from WS 2026/27 pay €726.72 a semester; admission procedure; German B2-C1
IMC Krems University of Applied Sciences Krems · €13.8k–19k/yr
UAS: non-EU €6,900 (business, health) or €9,500 (science) a semester + €300 registration; English-taught options

Careers: 🦿 Physiotherapist / physical therapist, 🖐️ Occupational therapist, 🦾 Prosthetist and orthotist, 🤲 Osteopath

Psychology

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🧩 Psychiatrist, 🛋️ Psychotherapist, 🧠 Neuroscientist, 🧠 Clinical psychologist

Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1
Johannes Kepler University Linz Linz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme (certificate max 2 years old); JKU University Preparation Program

Careers: 🛸 Drone (UAV) Engineer, ☢️ Nuclear Engineer, 🎛️ Controls & Automation Engineer, 🤖 Robotics Engineer

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1
Johannes Kepler University Linz Linz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme (certificate max 2 years old); JKU University Preparation Program

Careers: 🛸 Drone (UAV) Engineer, 🔌 Circuit Design Engineer, 🎛️ Controls & Automation Engineer, 🤖 Robotics Engineer

Civil Engineering

TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 👷 Site Manager / Construction Foreman, 🌉 Bridge Engineer, 🎖️ Military Engineer (Combat Engineer Officer), 🛣️ Highway Engineer

Chemical Engineering

TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1
Johannes Kepler University Linz Linz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme (certificate max 2 years old); JKU University Preparation Program

Careers: 🔋 Energy Storage Engineer (Batteries & Hydrogen), ✂️ Genome Editing Scientist, 🧫 Biotechnologist / Bioprocess Scientist, 🧫 Synthetic Biologist

Materials Science

Technical University of Leoben (Montanuniversität) Leoben · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester (public); German B2-C1; some master's in English *
TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Graz University of Technology Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (certificate max 2 years old); with A2 you start as a non-degree student until C1

Careers: 🧱 Materials Engineer, 🧪 Polymer Process Engineer, 🏭 Welding Engineer, 🔬 Nanotechnology Researcher

Mining & Petroleum Engineering

Technical University of Leoben (Montanuniversität) Leoben · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester (public); German B2-C1; some master's in English *

Careers: ⛏️ Exploration Geologist, ⛑️ Mine Rescue Specialist, 🛢️ Petroleum Engineer, ⛰️ Mining Engineer

Architecture

TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
Academy of Fine Arts Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance exam (portfolio); third-country applicants must prove besondere Universitätsreife
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 👷 Site Manager / Construction Foreman, 💡 Architectural Lighting Designer, 🔥 Heating and Energy Systems Engineer, 🔍 Clerk of Works / Construction Inspector

Art & Design

Academy of Fine Arts Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance exam (portfolio); third-country applicants must prove besondere Universitätsreife
University of Applied Arts Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance exam (portfolio); German not required to enter most programmes, but teaching is in German
University of Arts Linz Linz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance exam may be in English; B1 by semester 3; architecture/industrial design: B2

Careers: 🪑 Industrial / Product Designer, 🖼️ Art Conservator / Restorer, 🪑 Furniture Restorer / Conservator, 🖍️ Art Teacher

Music

University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance audition; German level set per curriculum, often due by the 3rd semester
Mozarteum University Salzburg Salzburg · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; audition (applications via Muvac); German A2 for performance programmes, by enrolment
University of Music and Performing Arts Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; entrance exam; German A1 for most bachelor's (instrumental/vocal pedagogy: B2)

Careers: 🎼 Music Teacher, 🎹 Instrumental Music Teacher, 🎙️ Musical Theatre Performer, 🪕 Folk Ensemble Director

Drama & Dance

Max Reinhardt Seminar (University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna) Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Part of mdw: non-EU €726.72 a semester; multi-round entrance audition for acting/directing; fluent German *
Mozarteum University Salzburg Salzburg · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; audition (applications via Muvac); German A2 for performance programmes, by enrolment
MUK – Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna Vienna
Entrance exam with no German needed; German B1 to enrol (pedagogy: B2); non-EU fee not confirmed

Careers: 💃 Choreographer, 🎭 Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Artist, 🗿 Prop Maker, 🎙️ Musical Theatre Performer

Film & Animation

Film Academy Vienna (University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna) Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Part of mdw: non-EU €726.72 a semester; creative selection (work samples, exam); taught in German *
Salzburg University of Applied Sciences Salzburg
UAS: admission procedure (test, interview); MultiMediaArt needs a portfolio; German B2-C1 *
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Hagenberg · €1.5k/yr
UAS: third-country students with a student permit pay €726.72 a semester; admission procedure; Digital Arts: portfolio

Careers: 🎞️ Film Producer, 🎬 Game Producer, 🎥 Film Director, 📹 Cinematographer / Director of Photography

Media & Journalism

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Salzburg Salzburg · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 (certificate); otherwise a German supplementary exam
FHWien der WKW Vienna · €2k/yr
UAS: €1,000 a semester for third-country students; admission procedure (test, interview); German C1

Careers: 🎖️ War Correspondent, 📣 Investor Relations Manager, 📽️ Video Producer, 🎙️ Government Press Officer / Spokesperson

Languages & Translation

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🔤 Computational Linguist / NLP Specialist, 🗣️ Speech and language therapist, 🔤 Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher, 🏮 Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Specialist

Literature

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🔤 Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher, 📚 English, Literature or History Teacher, 📖 Narrative Designer, 📝 Screenwriter

History & Archaeology

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🎖️ Army Officer, 🪑 Furniture Restorer / Conservator, 🏛️ Conservation Architect, 📚 English, Literature or History Teacher

Philosophy & Theology

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Salzburg Salzburg · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 (certificate); otherwise a German supplementary exam
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🤔 Philosopher, 🕍 Religious Studies Scholar

Sociology & Social Work

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
Johannes Kepler University Linz Linz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme (certificate max 2 years old); JKU University Preparation Program
Hochschule Campus Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
UAS: non-EU €727 a semester; admission procedure (test, interview); German B2-C1

Careers: 🌷 Palliative Care Worker (Hospice), 🔗 Addiction counsellor, 🕵️ Police Detective, 👨‍👩‍👧 Couples and family therapist

Politics & IR

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
University of Salzburg Salzburg · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 (certificate); otherwise a German supplementary exam

Careers: 🎖️ Army Officer, 🤝 Public Affairs / Government Relations Specialist, 🖥️ Government Digital Transformation Specialist, 🕵️ OSINT Analyst (Open-Source Intelligence)

Law

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Graz Graz · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2-C1 by programme; otherwise German supplementary exam at VGUH *
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🤖 Legal Technologist / Legal Engineer, 🤝 Public Affairs / Government Relations Specialist, 🔍 Digital Forensics Investigator, 🛂 Border Guard / Border Force Officer

Economics

WU Vienna University of Economics and Business Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German-taught bachelor's: C1, selection in German; English-taught bachelor's: no German needed
University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 👔 Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 🏛️ Banking Supervisor (Financial Regulator), 🏷️ Pricing Manager, 🦄 Venture Capital Analyst / Investor

Business & Management

WU Vienna University of Economics and Business Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German-taught bachelor's: C1, selection in German; English-taught bachelor's: no German needed
MCI | The Entrepreneurial School Innsbruck · €16.5k/yr
Non-EU €8,250 a semester + a one-semester deposit; online application and online interview; English-taught programmes
Modul University Vienna Vienna · €18k/yr
Private: €9,000 a semester, same for EU and non-EU (from 1 Jan 2026); taught in English

Careers: 👔 Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 💰 Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 🎯 Product Manager, 🏥 Hospital Chief Executive / Healthcare Manager

Accounting & Finance

WU Vienna University of Economics and Business Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German-taught bachelor's: C1, selection in German; English-taught bachelor's: no German needed
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
FHWien der WKW Vienna · €2k/yr
UAS: €1,000 a semester for third-country students; admission procedure (test, interview); German C1

Careers: 💰 Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 🧬 Fintech Engineer / Quant Developer, 🏛️ Banking Supervisor (Financial Regulator), 🛡️ Risk Manager

Education

University College of Teacher Education Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Teacher-education college: admission procedure (online test, interview); German C1 *
University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University College of Teacher Education Styria Graz · €1.5k/yr
Teacher-education college: admission procedure (online test, interview); German C1 *

Careers: 🤝 Special Education Teacher (SEN), 🛠️ Further Education (FE) Lecturer / Vocational Instructor, 🔨 Design & Technology Teacher, 📐 Maths, Physics or Computing Teacher

Sport Science

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester
University of Salzburg Salzburg · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 (certificate); otherwise a German supplementary exam

Careers: 🦿 Physiotherapist / physical therapist, 🏅 Sports medicine doctor, 🏄 Adventure Sports Instructor, 🏔️ Mountain Guide / Trekking Leader

Hospitality & Tourism

Modul University Vienna Vienna · €18k/yr
Private: €9,000 a semester, same for EU and non-EU (from 1 Jan 2026); taught in English
IMC Krems University of Applied Sciences Krems · €13.8k–19k/yr
UAS: non-EU €6,900 (business, health) or €9,500 (science) a semester + €300 registration; English-taught options
Salzburg University of Applied Sciences Salzburg
UAS: admission procedure (test, interview); MultiMediaArt needs a portfolio; German B2-C1 *

Careers: 🏄 Adventure Sports Instructor, 🏔️ Mountain Guide / Trekking Leader, 🏡 Farm Stay Host (Agritourism), 👨‍🍳 Head Chef

Geography & Planning

University of Vienna Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 + ÖH €26.20 a semester; apply with A2, C1 to enrol (or VWU exam); 11-year certificate: 2 extra exams or 1 year of uni
TU Wien Vienna · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German C1 (else Ergänzungsprüfung Deutsch at VWU); entrance procedure for some programmes
University of Innsbruck Innsbruck · €1.5k/yr
Non-EU €726.72 a semester; German B2 at admission for all bachelor's; pre-study German course €1,200 a semester

Careers: 🏙️ Urban Planner, 🌍 Satellite Imagery Analyst (Remote Sensing), ⛏️ Mine Surveyor, 🏙️ City Manager / Local Government Manager

Aviation & Maritime

FH JOANNEUM Graz · €1.5k/yr
UAS: third-country students from WS 2026/27 pay €726.72 a semester; admission procedure; German B2-C1
Aviation Academy Austria Wiener Neustadt
Not a degree: ATPL 24-36 months; 18+, school certificate, very good English, EU passport or permit/visa; test, interview, Class 1 medical

Careers: 🔧 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, ⚓ Naval Officer / Submariner, 🛫 Airline Pilot, 🚢 Ship's Captain / Deck Officer

Sources: oead.at, studieren.univie.ac.at, oead.at, vorstudienlehrgang.oead.at, medizinstudieren.at

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