Universität Innsbruck
Innsbruck, Austria
"Western Austria's largest university, in the heart of the Alps"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#350 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months
About Universität Innsbruck
The University of Innsbruck was founded in 1669 and is the largest research and education institution in western Austria, with about 28,000 students, 16 faculties and around half of its students coming from abroad. Teaching is mainly in German, with 37 master's and PhD programmes in English. It is known for physics, mountain research, molecular biosciences and scientific computing.
Rankings & Recognition
#350
Ranked #350 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#333 in QS 2027). Innsbruck scores very high for international students and faculty.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public university, Austria
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1669
Founded
About 28,000
Total Students
About 50%
International Students
16
Faculties
Popular Programs
Physics
Mountain Research
Molecular Biosciences
Scientific Computing
Law
Economics
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university portal
Intakes
October, March
Non-EEA Master Winter
15 May
Non-EEA Master Summer
15 October
Standardized Test Requirements
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English-taught master's
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English proof required |
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
12 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Campus & Location
The University of Innsbruck's faculties are spread across Innsbruck, the Tyrolean capital in the Alps.
Campus Details
16
faculties
28000
students
half
international
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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
Total Students
About 28,000
International Students
About 50%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (non-EU) / semester
EUR 726.72
Student union fee / semester
EUR 26.20
Intakes & Deadlines
The University of Innsbruck admits students for the winter semester (October) and summer semester (March). Non-EEA master's applicants apply by 15 May (winter) or 15 October (summer).
Scholarships at Universität Innsbruck
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 (A2 to apply; B2 for German-taught programmes).
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree and language proof. 37 master's and PhD programmes are taught in English.
English Proficiency
English-taught master's
English proof requiredRequired 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 uibk.ac.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
The University of Innsbruck's faculties are spread across Innsbruck, the Tyrolean capital in the Alps.
Master's
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Universität Innsbruck
📍 Innsbruck
Master's
English and American Studies
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📍 Innsbruck
Master's
International Management
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