University of Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt, Austria
"A young, international university next to Lake Woerthersee"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#697 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months
About University of Klagenfurt
The University of Klagenfurt (Alpen-Adria-Universitaet Klagenfurt) was founded in 1970 and has four faculties and about 13,300 students, around 2,500 of them from abroad. It offers 55 degree programmes, including English master's such as International Management, International Business and Economics, and Worlds of English. The campus is a short walk from Lake Woerthersee.
Rankings & Recognition
#697
Ranked #697 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#683 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Public university, Austria
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Key Facts
1970
Founded
About 13,300
Total Students
About 2,500
Students From Abroad
55
Degree Programmes
Popular Programs
Management
Economics
Technical Sciences
Cultural Studies
Computer Science
English Studies
Application Details
Application Route
Online via AAU portal
Intakes
October, March
Deadline
Varies by programme
Standardized Test Requirements
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English-taught master's
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B2 or C1 proof (approx.) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
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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
14%
Placement Ratio
12 months
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Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
The university campus is in Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia, close to Lake Woerthersee. It also has sites in Vienna and Graz.
Campus Details
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faculties
13300
students
55
programmes
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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 13,300
Students From Abroad
About 2,500
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (non-EU) / semester
EUR 726.72
Student union fee / semester
EUR 26.20
Intakes & Deadlines
The University of Klagenfurt admits students for the winter semester (October) and summer semester (March). Non-EU applicants usually have earlier deadlines because of visa processing.
Scholarships at University of Klagenfurt
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 language proof for the programme.
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree and English proof for English-taught master's.
English Proficiency
English-taught master's
B2 or C1 proof (approx.)Required Documents
Passport copy
School leaving certificate / degree
Academic transcripts
Language proof (German / English)
Motivation letter
CV
Passport photo
Application form
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme on aau.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 campus is in Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia, close to Lake Woerthersee. It also has sites in Vienna and Graz.
Master's
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Master's
International Management
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Master's
International Business and Economics
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Master's
Worlds of English
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