Austria Guide: Education

People from all over the world come to study in Austria. The offered education level is high and respected worldwide. The main student cities in Austria are Vienna and Graz – you will find all the main faculties there. Be prepared for an interesting, multicultural environment when studying in Austria!

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  Choosing a school in Vienna

  Local or international?

  For many expat parents, finding a school that solves the language barrier in traditional public schools is a top priority. Vienna, home to one of the headquarters of the UN, has plenty of schooling options for expats. When picking a school, it is important to consider your child’s age, their language proficiency, and how long you expect to stay in the country. 

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  Primary and secondary education

  A beginner’s guide

  Austria has compulsory education from age 6 to 15 for everyone residing in the country. There are many options from which to choose from, and your children will find their ideal school.

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  Pre-school education

  Public, private and parent-run kindergartens

  Pre-school education in Austria is widely available and affordable. It is generally divided into nursery school (for children aged 0-3) and kindergarten (for children ages 3-6).Kindergarten is not mandatory until the age of 5. There are three types of kindergartens in Austria: public, private and parent-run. 

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  Higher education

  Types of universities and how to apply

  Austria has over 70 higher education institutions. The four main types of institutions are public universities, private universities, universities of applied sciences, and teacher education colleges.

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  Proof of german

  Proof of German required by Austrian universities

  As a foreign student you must prove adequate knowledge of the German language in order to study in Austria.

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