University profile

University of Salzburg

Founded in 1962, University of Salzburg is a university in Austria. It enrols approximately 17,969 students.

Founded

1962

Official data

Figures from government statistics, national graduate surveys and the university's own published fees. Each shows its source and the period it covers.

Tuition — EU/EEA students

EU/EEA/CH citizens within standard duration + tolerance pay only the Student's Union fee (currently €26.20 per semester); after that €363.36 + €26.20 = €389.56 per semester.

Source: https://www.plus.ac.at/studium/vor-dem-studium-3/studienbeitrag/beitragsfreie-zeit/?lang=en · as of 2026-27

No tuition fee

Tuition — non-EU students

Non-EU/EEA students pay €726.72 per semester (2 × €726.72) plus the Student's Union fee (total €752.92 per semester).

Source: https://www.plus.ac.at/studium/vor-dem-studium-3/studienbeitrag/beitragsfreie-zeit/?lang=en · as of 2026-27

€1,453 / year

Taught in English

20 master's degrees taught in English (14 standard + 6 joint master programmes); no English bachelor's listed.

Source: https://www.plus.ac.at/international-relations-department/international-relations-office/service-for-students/in-salzburg/study-placements/information-for-degree-seeking-students/english-master-courses-2/?lang=en · as of 2026-27

Some programmes · 20 programmes

Intakes

Winter semester 2026/27 teaching begins 1 October 2026; summer semester 2027 begins 1 March 2027; bachelor's admission in both (non-EU applications by 10 August 2026 / 10 January 2027).

Source: https://www.plus.ac.at/studium/important-dates-and-deadlines/?lang=en · as of 2026-27

October, March

About the institution

Affiliations: ASEAN European Academic University Network, Alps-Adriatic Rectors' Conference, Austrian Academic Library Consortium, CIVIS, European University Association (+2 more)

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Frequently asked questions

When was University of Salzburg founded?

University of Salzburg was founded in 1962.

How many students attend University of Salzburg?

University of Salzburg enrols approximately 17,969 students.

How much is tuition at University of Salzburg for international students?

Undergraduate tuition for international students at University of Salzburg is about €1,453 a year (2026-27, official source). Fees vary by programme; home students pay a different rate.

What is the official website of University of Salzburg?

The official website of University of Salzburg is plus.ac.at.

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