University profile

University of Graz

Graz, AT

Founded in 1585, University of Graz is a university in Graz, Austria. It enrols approximately 32,230 students, a member of Coimbra Group.

Founded
1585

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/Swiss citizens pay no tuition within the minimum study period (6 semesters bachelor's) + 2 tolerance semesters; only the ÖH fee (approx. €25 per semester) applies; approx. €380/semester beyond that period.
No tuition fee
Tuition — non-EU students
Third-country students pay €726.72 per semester (2 × €726.72) plus the student union (ÖH) fee; some nationalities are exempt.
€1,453 / year
Taught in English
Most degree programmes are in German and all Bachelor's/Diploma programmes are taught in German; English-taught options are master's only (6 English-language NAWI Graz master's plus joint programmes and others).
Some programmes
Intakes
Winter semester begins 1 October 2026; the international admissions page publishes 2026/27 application windows for the winter semester (non-EU bachelor's 15 June–13 July 2026). Summer-semester entry not stated on this page.
October

About the institution

  • Affiliations: ASEAN European Academic University Network, Alps-Adriatic Rectors' Conference, Arqus European University Alliance, Austrian Academic Library Consortium, Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (+7 more)
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Frequently asked questions

When was University of Graz founded?

University of Graz was founded in 1585.

How many students attend University of Graz?

University of Graz enrols approximately 32,230 students.

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

Undergraduate tuition for international students at University of Graz 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 Graz?

The official website of University of Graz is uni-graz.at/de.

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