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What application deadlines must I observe in Austria?
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Application deadlines in Austria vary depending on the educational institution and the applicant's country of origin, with universities and universities of applied sciences providing specific time frames.
Application deadliness at Austrian universities
Austrian universities set clear deadlines for admission to study programs, particularly for international students. For non-EU and non-EEA citizens as well as stateless individuals, there are specific application deadlines for the winter semester, typically between March 1 and July 31.
Universities of Applied Sciences: A varying window of deadlines
Application deadlines at universities of applied sciences in Austria are often more flexible than at universities, but can vary significantly. Some institutions set multiple deadlines to offer different entry points for candidates.
Example: FH Vorarlberg and FH Technikum Wien
The Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences has a staggered schedule for application deadlines: the first deadline is March 1, followed by further deadlines on May 31 and August 31. In contrast, the application deadline for candidates from third countries is only until March 1. The FH Technikum Wien begins its application process on October 1, with EU applicant deadlines until May 31, with extensions for certain programs until July 31.
Special deadlines for master's programs
Some universities of applied sciences offer master's programs with special application deadlines. For example, the Upper Austria University of Applied Sciences has deadlines for the Master in Medical Engineering on January 31, March 31, and June 30 for EU/EEA citizens, while non-member states have until January 31 or March 31.
Frequently Asked Questions
For non-EU and non-EEA citizens as well as stateless individuals, deadlines are between March 1 and July 31.
The application process begins on October 1, with EU applicant deadlines until May 31 and for certain programs until July 31.
The deadlines vary to offer flexibility and accommodate different groups of applicants.
The deadlines for EU/EEA citizens are January 31, March 31, and June 30, while non-member states can apply until January 31 or March 31.
This post was AI-assisted and editorially reviewed.
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This article provides an overview to the best of our knowledge (as of July 2026) and does not replace legal advice. Binding information on labor law and collective agreements is provided by the Chamber of Labor and the relevant union.
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