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Tuition Fees
At public universities, students from outside the EU/EEA with a Student residence permit usually pay a fixed fee per semester. EU/EEA students pay nothing within the minimum study time plus two semesters. All students pay the student union (ÖH) fee. Universities of applied sciences and private universities set their own fees. Exemptions exist for some scholarship holders, exchange students and certain countries.
- Public universities, third-country students
- €726.72 per semester
- Student union (ÖH) fee
- €26.20 per semester
- EU/EEA students beyond minimum duration + 2 semesters
- €363.36 per semester
Sources: OeAD Study in Austria: Tuition fees
Last checked October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official source.
Living Costs
For a Student residence permit, you must show regular income at the level set by the Austrian social security rates (ASVG), which are updated every year. The amount depends on your age.
- Visa proof of funds, under 24 (2026)
- €777.58 per month
- Visa proof of funds, 24 and over (2026)
- €1,308.39 per month
Sources: migration.gv.at: Temporary residence (Students)
Last checked October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official source.
Student Jobs
Students from outside the EU/EEA need an employment permit, even for marginal jobs. The employer applies to the Public Employment Service (AMS). For jobs up to 20 hours a week, there is no labour-market test. After graduating, you can renew your Student permit once for 12 months to look for a job or start a business.
- During studies (employer gets AMS permit)
- Up to 20 hours per week without a labour-market test
- Post-study: job-search extension
- 12 months, once
Sources: migration.gv.at: Temporary residence (Students); migration.gv.at: Graduates
Last checked October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official source.
Popular Universities in Austria
University of Vienna
Vienna, Austria
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Graz, Austria
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Medical University of Vienna is internationally respected for medicine, biomedical research, dentistry, neuroscience, and healthcare innovation.
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WU Vienna is internationally recognized for business, economics, finance, management, and international business education.
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Klagenfurt, Austria
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