Why Study in Austria from Bangladesh?
Austrians are extremely friendly and welcoming, even towards international students. Austria is home to cities such as Vienna, Graz, Innsbruck, and Salzburg, which are among the ideal places in the world to live and study, boasting culture, safety, and modern infrastructure. There are a number of universities in Austria that rank well in global university rankings, offering a high standard of general and specialist education. Austria attracts international students and overseas students to come here because of its attractive tuition fees, low living costs compared to other Western European countries, and high-quality universities. A lot of universities have robust research centers and industry collaborations, with many providing internships and paid work placements to help with your career potential. Students can work part-time (20 hours max every week) easily during their studies to cover their living costs. Tuition fees and living expenses are easily paid with competitive salaries available in Austria. Common areas of study are Engineering, Business Administration, Agriculture, Health Sciences, Arts, and Social Sciences. A significant benefit is the ability for students to bring their spouses, with dependents able to work full-time while students can study. And on top of that, there are a plethora of permanent residency options available to international students under Austria's skilled migration pathways, as well - newly graduated students can apply for a residence permit extension to look for work after they graduate!
Education and Programs in Austria
Study Intakes and Application Sessions
Available intake and session information provided for this destination.
March Intake
The deadline for application is January.
October Intake
The deadline for application is June-July.
Language Requirements
Review the available English language requirements by study level.
Bachelor Language Requirement
A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5-6.0 is required. They also accept TOEFL, which should be at least 68-87, and PTE, which should be at least 59.
Master's Language Requirement
The minimum IELTS overall score is 6-7. They also accept MOI, TOEFL (90-100), and PTE, which should be a minimum of 60-70.
Requirements for Application to Study in Austria
The exact requirements depend on the university, programme and application route. The following documents are commonly required during admission or visa preparation.
Valid Passport
A valid passport is normally required for university and visa-related processing.
Academic Certificates & Transcripts
Previous academic certificates, mark sheets or transcripts are commonly required for admission assessment.
Language Proficiency
IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or another accepted language certificate may be required depending on the university and programme.
Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter
Some programmes may require a statement explaining your study motivation, academic goals and future plans.
Recommendation Letters
Academic or professional recommendation letters may be requested depending on the university and study level.
Financial Documents
Bank statements, solvency evidence, sponsorship documents or other proof of funds may be required.
Application Forms
The relevant university, residence-permit or student-visa application form must be completed where applicable.
Health Insurance
Valid health or travel insurance may be required during the visa or residence-permit stage.
Tuition Fees and Financial Requirements for Studying in Austria
Bachelor Tuition Fee
The tuition fee in public universities is almost free of cost, whereas private Universities cost around 5000-8000 Euro per year.
Master's Tuition Fee
The tuition fee in public universities is almost free of cost, whereas private Universities cost around 5000-8000 Euro per year.
Estimated Living Costs
As a rough estimate, international students need between 600-800/month to live in Austria.
Bank Statement
A student must provide a bank statement for a minimum of 20 lac, which needs to be shown for 4 to 6 months.
Scholarship Opportunities for Bangladeshi Students in Austria
There are hundreds of scholarships available for international students from universities. Students can avail themselves of a minimum of 20% scholarship.
Always confirm the latest scholarship criteria with the relevant institution before applying.
Student Visa Requirements and Application Fees for Austria
Financial Commitments and Application Fees
Available fee information for the student visa or residence process.
Embassy Fee
160 Euro
Health Insurance Fee
A minimum of 50-100 Euro.
VFS Fee
7567 BDT
Career Advancement and Residency Paths in Austria
Explore the available pathways after graduation based on the information provided for this destination.
Job Opportunities
International students can work 20 hours a week in Austria during study time and full-time in the summer vacation (July-September).
Post-Study Work Permit
Students who complete a full-time degree get a one-year job-searching visa, which they can then extend to 18 months.
Permanent Residency (PR)
Students can extend their work permits after graduation and apply for Permanent Resident (PR) when they meet the PR requirements and stay for around 5-7 years.
Spouse / Dependent Visa
Students can apply for their spouse and children.
