Why Study in Austria?
Our Austria pathway groups four Vienna-facing partners: Modul University (hospitality, data and management), IBS’s international business cockpit, Webster Vienna’s US-accredited liberal-arts style degrees, and Charlotte Fresenius’ sustainability-led private university—keeping you in the capital’s safe, transit-rich environment while you access German courses on the side.
Dedicated private and professional tracks with English-language intakes
Vienna’s affordability versus London/Paris plus strong public transport and student housing
Direct links to CEE corporate HQs, UN city events and startup accelerators
Post-study orientation for non-EU graduates (verify current red-white-red card rules)
German language courses improve long-term employability across the DACH corridor
Quick Facts
Language
German; English programmes available
Avg. Tuition
EUR 700 - 1,500/semester (non-EU public indicative)
Living Cost
EUR 10,000 - 14,000/year
Intakes
October; some March
Work While Study
Part-time with residence permit rules
Post-Study Work
Red-white-red card pathways for qualified jobs
Cost of Studying in Austria
| Types of Expenses | Annual Expenses in € |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees for One Year (Indicative) | 10000 |
| Living and Accommodation (Indicative) | 9000 |
| Airfare to Austria (Indicative) | 350 |
| Visa Fees | 160 |
| Total Expenses | 19510 |
Careers & Industry Insights
Austria offers a simple work permit system compared to other European countries. The country's job market is dominated by medium-sized businesses, as opposed to much of Europe, where the market is dominated by large businesses. Austria has a high minimum wage of EUR 1,500 per month as of February 2023, for all sectors and Austrians make an average of EUR 48,317 a year. Austria releases a list of jobs with a scarcity each year. Some of the professions which have a scarcity in the nation as of February 2023 are Power Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Chemical Engineers, Cost Accountants, Specialists in Business Administration, Welders and Cutting Torch Operators, Floor and Wall Tilers, Chefs, Hotel Staff Members, Physicians and Medical Technologists. Anaesthesiology & Intensive care medicine - Cardiology - Dermatology & Venerology - Endodontic - Gastroenterology
Best Universities in Austria
Modul University, Vienna
International Business School (IBS), Vienna (Except students from Punjab, Haryana & Kerala)
Webster Vienna Private University, Vienna
University of Sustainability - Charlotte Fresenius Private University
Popular Courses in Austria
Industry-aligned programs with strong career outcomes
Business & Management
High employability across global sectors
Computer Science & IT
Strong demand in innovation and tech roles
Engineering & Technology
Future-ready pathways for technical and industrial careers
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Research-focused programs with practical exposure
Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary learning with global social perspective
Ready to Study in Austria?
Let our expert counselors guide you through the entire process — from university selection to visa approval.