Scholarships in Austria for international students

4 scholarships you can use to study in Austria are listed on Pathyras — Austria's own government, university and foundation funding plus international awards that cover it. Check eligibility, deadlines and the official application page in the scholarship tool.

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By study level

Master's · 4 PhD / research · 2

Austria scholarships

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
European Commission (Erasmus+) · Master's
EUR 1,400/month for up to 24 months (max ~EUR 33,600)
Ernst Mach Grant
OeAD-GmbH / Austrian Federal Ministry of Women, Science and Research · Master's / PhD / Postdoctoral
EUR 1,300/month stipend

Multi-country scholarships you can use in Austria

International and regional awards whose host universities include Austria.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
European Commission · Master's
🌍 European Union award — usable in Austria
All tuition and participation costs, insurance, plus EUR 1,400 per month for up to 24 months

Study-anywhere scholarships

Awards you can take to a university of your choice, including in Austria.

Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Aga Khan Foundation · Master's / PhD
🌍 Study anywhere except United Kingdom, Russia
Postgraduate costs awarded as 50% grant / 50% loan; full degree duration for Master's, first two years for PhD

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Frequently asked questions

Are there scholarships for international students in Austria?

Yes. 4 scholarships you can use to study in Austria are listed on Pathyras: Austria's own government, university and foundation funding (such as Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters and Ernst Mach Grant) plus international awards that cover it.

Which study levels do Austria scholarships cover?

Listed scholarships by level: Master's 4, PhD / research 2. Eligibility differs per award, so check each one's official source.