{"id":24242,"date":"2026-08-29T05:10:11","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T01:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/avalvisa.com\/blog\/austria-scholarships\/"},"modified":"2026-08-29T05:10:11","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T01:40:11","slug":"austria-scholarships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/avalvisa.com\/en\/blog\/austria-scholarships\/","title":{"rendered":"Austria Scholarships: A Complete Guide for International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"

Austria has become an attractive option for international students, thanks to the quality of its teaching and the volume of research work available.
\nGovernment, university and research scholarships make it possible to study at the best universities in Austria<\/a> without carrying the full cost yourself. From OeAD awards to targeted grants, the funding on offer is varied.
\nIf you are considering moving to Austria<\/a>, this article covers the types of Austria scholarships available, who qualifies, how much they pay and which universities offer them.<\/p>\n

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Types of Austria scholarships<\/h2>\n

Austria offers several kinds of scholarship to international students at every level of study, which also makes it easier to obtain an Austria student visa<\/a>. The main categories are set out below.<\/p>\n

1. OeAD scholarships (Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation)<\/h3>\n

OeAD is one of the main scholarship providers in Austria and runs a range of programmes for international students. Its awards typically include a monthly grant, health insurance and, in some cases, help with accommodation.<\/p>\n

For the full list of OeAD awards, see the database of scholarships and research grants in Austria<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. Austrian government scholarships<\/h3>\n

Through programmes such as the Austrian development scholarships, the government funds students from developing countries. These awards generally cover tuition in full, plus living costs, insurance and travel.<\/p>\n

3. Erasmus Mundus scholarships<\/h3>\n

Erasmus Mundus, funded by the European Union, supports joint master’s programmes run by consortia of European universities, Austria included. The awards cover tuition, living costs, insurance and travel, which reduces the need for student work in Austria<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4. University scholarships in Austria<\/h3>\n

Some Austrian universities, among them Webster Vienna Private University and the University of Innsbruck<\/a>, run their own awards for international students. These may take the form of a tuition reduction or another kind of grant.<\/p>\n

5. Research scholarships and grants<\/h3>\n

Doctoral candidates and researchers can apply for awards such as the Ernst Mach Grant and grants from the Austrian Science Fund<\/a>, which support academic research and specific projects.<\/p>\n

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6. Subject-specific and targeted scholarships<\/h3>\n

Some Austria scholarships are designed for particular subjects or particular groups of students: awards in the natural sciences, engineering, the arts or the humanities, for example, or awards restricted to applicants from specific countries.<\/p>\n

Austria scholarship requirements<\/span><\/h2>\n

The main requirements for an Austrian scholarship<\/span> for international applicants are as follows:<\/p>\n

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  1. Nationality:<\/strong> most awards are aimed at international students, and many specifically at applicants from developing countries.<\/li>\n
  2. Qualifications:<\/strong> a recognised 12-year secondary school certificate for bachelor’s study, and a recognised degree from the previous level for master’s and doctoral study.<\/li>\n
  3. Age limits:<\/strong> many awards set an upper age limit of 35 for bachelor’s and master’s applicants and 40 for doctoral applicants.<\/li>\n
  4. Language:<\/strong> an English certificate such as IELTS or TOEFL, or German, is normally required, although some awards do not ask for one.<\/li>\n
  5. University offer:<\/strong> a firm or conditional offer from an Austrian university is required.<\/li>\n
  6. Work restrictions:<\/strong> paid work in Austria during the scholarship is usually not permitted without approval.<\/li>\n
  7. No double funding:<\/strong> you cannot hold two scholarships at once, and you must inform OeAD if you are awarded another.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How much Austria scholarships pay<\/h2>\n

    The table below sets out current figures for university tuition and student living costs in Austria. Use it to build a realistic budget for your studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
    Scholarship Type<\/th>Monthly Amount<\/th>Additional Coverage<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    OeAD scholarships<\/td>Set annually - check the current rate on the OeAD site<\/td>Health insurance, accommodation, travel allowance (for certain countries)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    University scholarships (e.g. TU Graz)<\/td>EUR 700 to 1,200<\/td>May include accommodation or meals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    \u00d6H grants<\/td>Set annually - check the current rate on the \u00d6H site<\/td>Depending on financial and family circumstances<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Housing grants<\/td>Set annually - check the current rate<\/td>For students living outside their city of study<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Cusanuswerk scholarships (German foundation)<\/td>Varies<\/td>A German foundation, not an Austrian scheme; study and living grants for talented Catholic students<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Studienstiftung scholarships (German foundation)<\/td>Varies<\/td>A German foundation, not an Austrian scheme; study and living grants for outstanding students<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

    The application process, from search to offer<\/h3>\n

    Below is a step-by-step account of how international applicants apply for Austria scholarships.<\/p>\n

    1. Find the right scholarship<\/h3>\n

    To search for Austrian scholarships and research grants, use the database of scholarships and research grants in Austria<\/a>. Enter your country and subject and it returns a list of the awards open to you. These Austria scholarships may be run by universities or by public or private institutions. Detailed conditions and document lists are published on each provider’s own website.<\/p>\n

    2. Check the conditions<\/h3>\n

    Every award has its own rules. These may cover:<\/p>\n