Question 1

View total cost estimate per month in USD

Accepted Answer

EUR 700-800

Question 2

Housing costs

Accepted Answer

EUR 250-400

Question 3

Meal costs

Accepted Answer

depends on student’s personal preferences
1 cafeteria meal – approx. EUR 5-6

Question 4

Cost of books and course materials

Accepted Answer

Depends on courses taken

Question 5

Local transportation

Accepted Answer

EUR 50

Question 6

Health insurance

Accepted Answer

EUR 62 / month + EUR 11 (one-time payment for ecard) – mandatory only for full year students (subject to change)

Question 7

Other

Accepted Answer

EUR 21/semester (student union fee)

Question 8

Is comparable health insurance coverage from abroad allowed?

Accepted Answer

All EU/EEA students need to bring their European health insurance card to Austria as it will be valid during their stay in Graz. All non-EU/EEA exchange students nominated for 2 semesters are required by law to register for Austrian health insurance upon arrival (assistance and more information available during the mandatory WELCOME WEEK). Austrian health insurance is offered for currently approx. € 62,- per month. This insurance will not cover the student’s journey to Graz including medical evacuation and repatriation – the student has to make sure s/he purchases travel insurance accordingly. Non-EU/EEA exchange students nominated for 1 semester are free to choose their insurance as long as this insurance is in accordance with the requirements for an Austrian visa application. For details students have to contact the Austrian embassy in their country of residence. The insurance must also cover their journey to Graz including med​​​​​​​

Question 9

Additional Notes

Accepted Answer

None

Austria: University of Graz

Academics

View areas of study open to undergraduate exchange students

View areas of study abroad open to graduate exchange students.

Undergrad areas taught in english

Can graduate students take undergraduate level courses?

Can advanced undergraduate students take graduate level courses?

View areas of study restricted to prior bilateral agreements between exchange departments or faculties.

View areas of study that are not open to exchange students.

View website for course offerings.

Required minimum and maximum number of credits available through the exchange.

Are summer courses available as exchange (non fee-paying)? If so, what is the website?"

Do students register for courses in advance or upon arrival?

View course registration deadlines.

Language Requirements

Is a language test certificate required? If so, is it required before admission or upon arrival?"

Are there preparatory language courses for incoming students? If so, what are the dates and costs?"

Are there any special advising or registration concerns that students should be aware of? Are services available to assist in registration or course selection?

Additional notes

Student Life

Is housing assistance available? Is it guaranteed? How do students apply?

Housing Options

Housing Website and Contact Person(s)

Do Students Apply For Housing With Their University Application Or Is It Separate? Is There a Deadline?

What kinds of health facilities are available at the university?

Are internships available?

Are student jobs available and permissible?

Additional Notes

Important Dates

View application deadlines for each term.

View academic calendar

What is the examination period?

Is there a break between the academic course calendar and exams? Can arrangements be made so the student may take exams early?

Are orientation sessions for incoming students mandatory? What are the dates and costs?

Is there additional information needed?

Funding

View total cost estimate per month in USD

Housing costs

Meal costs

Cost of books and course materials

Local transportation

Health insurance

Other

Is comparable health insurance coverage from abroad allowed?

Additional Notes