Do you have international educational qualifications and wish to pursue a degree at the JKU Linz? Then you've come to the right place!
The International Welcome Center is your first point of contact for organizational questions regarding your stay at the JKU and in Austria.
The JKU offers a wide range of academic degree programs in English, including dual-language degree programs that are generally offered in German; however, depending on the demand and the degree program, some of the courses can also be held in English.
All of our academic degree programs
The IWC does not provide academic advising services. If you have detailed questions about an academic degree program, please contact the Office of Student Information & Academic Advising.
If you are an international student and wish to enroll as a degree-seeking student in order to pursue an academic degree at the JKU, you must first apply for admission.
Please note that there are special admissions procedures if you hold educational qualifications from Germany, South Tyrol, Liechtenstein and would like to enroll in a Bachelor's degree program.
Processing your application can take several months, so we strongly recommend submitting your application promptly. The admissions procedure varies depending on your citizenship and educational background, so please read through the instructions to apply very carefully.
Information regarding admission is available here:
The IWC is not involved in the admissions process. If you have specific questions regarding the application, the processing time, documents, etc. contact the Admissions Office.
How much will my studies cost?
Tuition Fees:
Degree-seeking students holding Austrian, EU, or EEA citizenship are exempt from paying tuition fees when completing studies within the designated period of study as outlined in the curriculum (plus two additional semesters of "tolerance"). Third-country nationals (with some exceptions) are subject to paying tuition fees.
The tuition fees are:
Austrian Student Union Fee:
All students are required to pay the mandatory Austrian Student Union fee each semester. The fee is € 22,70 (last update: winter term 2023/2024).
Click here for detailed information about the Austrian Student Union fee and the tuition fees.
The Studies Introduction and Orientation Phase (StEOP) helps first-year students learn more about their selected major, providing a detailed overview of their degree program's curriculum. The StEOP requirements include mandatory courses that students must take and pass at the beginning of their studies.
We strongly recommended taking the required StEOP courses during your first semester, ideally during the Winter Semester, as courses offered during the second semester will build on content from the first-semester courses. Check the curriculum for your degree program to see what StEOP courses you are required to take and pass.
Students (particularly those starting during the Summer Semester) must bear in mind they may only be able to take certain other courses before successfully completing the StEOP requirements.
To learn more, see our FAQs section: https://www.jku.at/en/degree-programs/students/studies-introduction-and-orientation-phase-steop/
How can I be rewarded for my academic success?
An overview of ongoing scholarships is available here:
Are there sports & exercise classes for students?
Each semester, the University Sports Institute (USI) organizes and offers over 150 different, very affordable sports and exercise classes ranging from conventional sports and the latest trends in fitness and well-being to more relaxed exercise programs. Click here to learn more.
How do combine my studies with my childcare responsibilities?
The JKU believes in providing a child-friendly infrastructure and helping parents balance academic studies along with any childcare responsibilities they may have. You can learn more at: Studying as a Parent.
Are there services for students who have disabilities or chronic illnesses?
The JKU strives to create accessibility throughout the entire campus. The Institute for Integrated Studies offers comprehensive services for students who have disabilities/ chronic illness.
Johannes Kepler University Linz
Altenberger Straße 69
4040 Linz, Austria
