Johannes Kepler University Linz
Linz, Austria
"A young university in Linz for economics, law, technology and natural sciences"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#473 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months
About Johannes Kepler University Linz
Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) is a young public university founded in 1966, with students from over 90 nationalities. It covers social sciences, economics and business, engineering and natural sciences, law and medicine (a faculty added in 2014). Several master's programmes in business, computer science, mathematics and physics are taught mainly in English. The green campus is close to the city centre.
Rankings & Recognition
#473
Ranked #473 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#458 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Public university, Austria
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1966
Founded
90+
Nationalities
4
Faculties
2014
Medicine Faculty Since
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Business and Economics
Law
Mathematics
Physics
Medicine
Application Details
Application Route
Online via JKU portal
Intakes
October, March
Deadline
Varies by programme
Standardized Test Requirements
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|---|---|
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English or German (exchange)
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B2 level |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student residence permit (Austria)
Post-Study Work
12 months job-seeking permit
Green Card Pathway
Red-White-Red Card
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
15%
Placement Ratio
12 months
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
JKU's green campus is on the edge of Linz, close to the city centre, with student residences nearby.
Campus Details
Linz
campus
4
faculties
90+
nationalities
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Student residences and private flats
Dining
University canteens (Mensa) and cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
University sports
ESN events
Diversity & Demographics
Nationalities
90+
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (non-EU) / semester
EUR 726.72
Student union fee / semester
EUR 26.20
Intakes & Deadlines
JKU admits students for the winter semester (October) and the summer semester (March). Deadlines for non-EU applicants are earlier than for EU applicants because of the residence permit process.
Scholarships at Johannes Kepler University Linz
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
School-leaving certificate valid for university entry and German proof for German-taught programmes.
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree and language proof. Business, computer science, mathematics and physics master's are mostly in English.
English Proficiency
English or German (exchange)
Required Documents
Passport copy
School leaving certificate / degree
Academic transcripts
Language proof (German / English)
Motivation letter
CV
Passport photo
Application form
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme on jku.at and check its teaching language.
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Check admission rules
Check language level, deadlines and any admission procedure.
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Apply online
Submit the online application with your documents.
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Admission decision
Wait for the admission decision from the admissions office.
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Enrol & pay fees
Pay the semester tuition (EUR 726.72 for non-EU) and the student union fee.
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Residence permit
Apply for the Austrian student residence permit, then arrive and register.
Campus & Location
JKU's green campus is on the edge of Linz, close to the city centre, with student residences nearby.
Master's
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Business and Economics
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Master's
Mathematics
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