https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Austria in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Vienna has reached ninth place in a global ranking of student cities, helped by its quality of life, international community and relatively low tuition fees. But the result doesn’t mean every part of studying in the Austrian capital is easy or cheap. https://www.thelocal.at/20260723/is-vienna-really-one-of-the-worlds-best-cities-for-international-students Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:15:03 +0200 is-vienna-really-one-of-the-worlds-best-cities-for-international-students Austria attracts tens of thousands of international students each year. But how much does it actually cost to study there? https://www.thelocal.at/20260525/how-much-does-it-cost-to-study-in-austria-in-2026 Mon, 25 May 2026 09:12:22 +0200 how-much-does-it-cost-to-study-in-austria-in-2026 Many Austrian universities offer degree programmes in English across a wide array of disciplines, allowing more students to take advantage of the perks of studying here. https://www.thelocal.at/20231115/reader-question-can-i-complete-an-english-speaking-degree-in-austria Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:59:53 +0100 reader-question-can-i-complete-an-english-speaking-degree-in-austria A major international study recently ranked the world’s top universities for 2026. One university in Austria secured a spot in the top 100, while others were also included in the list. Here's what to know. https://www.thelocal.at/20251222/what-are-austrias-top-rated-universities-in-2026 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:58:11 +0100 what-are-austrias-top-rated-universities-in-2026 An Austrian student visa allows the holder to stay in the country during their studies, but can they also take some form of employment? https://www.thelocal.at/20240205/reader-question-can-i-work-in-austria-with-a-student-visa Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:13:32 +0100 reader-question-can-i-work-in-austria-with-a-student-visa Austria has launched a Students at Risk fund to help those barred from studying in their home countries continue their degrees safely. Who can be nominated, how selection works and what students must do. https://www.thelocal.at/20250919/how-austria-plans-to-support-international-students-denied-education Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:40:28 +0200 how-austria-plans-to-support-international-students-denied-education Austria and neighbouring Germany are sought-after destinations for international students looking to pursue their education abroad. https://www.thelocal.at/20231012/explained-the-language-requirements-for-studying-in-austria Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:28:40 +0200 explained-the-language-requirements-for-studying-in-austria Austria gives students options so military duty doesn’t cut across term time. The key is timing and a short paper trail that most people overlook. Here's what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.at/20250905/can-austrian-military-or-civil-duties-interrupt-university-studies Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:11:00 +0200 can-austrian-military-or-civil-duties-interrupt-university-studies Vienna has a lot of students – they make up some 10 percent of the population – so it should come as no surprise that it also has plenty of housing for them. Here's how to find somewhere to live as a student in Austria. https://www.thelocal.at/20250822/how-international-students-can-find-accommodation-in-vienna-this-autumn Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:47:56 +0200 how-international-students-can-find-accommodation-in-vienna-this-autumn During the student years, many count the coins in the wallet. However, you can make things a little bit easier by taking advantage of the student discounts that exist in Austria. https://www.thelocal.at/20240202/what-kind-of-discounts-can-you-get-as-a-student-in-austria Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:31:22 +0100 what-kind-of-discounts-can-you-get-as-a-student-in-austria Austria has great universities at affordable prices - even if you are not an Austrian or EU citizen. Here's what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.at/20240313/are-universities-in-austria-more-expensive-for-foreigners Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:07:43 +0100 are-universities-in-austria-more-expensive-for-foreigners If you’ve completed university or a recognised professional qualification in Austria, your path to staying in the country to work is a bit simpler than if you’re applying under the country’s points system for skilled workers. https://www.thelocal.at/20230411/how-do-i-stay-in-austria-after-graduating-from-an-austrian-university Tue, 11 Apr 2023 12:40:31 +0200 how-do-i-stay-in-austria-after-graduating-from-an-austrian-university For many immigrant parents, moving to a new country like Austria is a complex process, and navigating a different school system makes international schools even more attractive. But they come at a price, so are they worth it? Here's what The Local readers had to say. https://www.thelocal.at/20230106/the-verdict-is-it-worth-enrolling-your-kids-in-one-of-viennas-international-schools Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:27:06 +0100 the-verdict-is-it-worth-enrolling-your-kids-in-one-of-viennas-international-schools With free – or cheap – tuition, excellent education and plenty of student life, studying in Austria is increasingly attractive for many young people. So how do you handle the paperwork? https://www.thelocal.at/20230426/how-do-i-get-a-student-visa-for-austria-and-what-does-it-let-me-do Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:10:15 +0200 how-do-i-get-a-student-visa-for-austria-and-what-does-it-let-me-do With "Bildungskarenz", or educational leave from work, facing elimination, employees and companies are bracing for changes in training and reorientation opportunities. https://www.thelocal.at/20250117/everything-we-know-about-the-end-of-educational-leave-in-austria Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:46:11 +0100 everything-we-know-about-the-end-of-educational-leave-in-austria Wondering about public holidays in Austria next year? Here’s the full list for 2025, plus the regional holidays and school breaks included so you can get planning. https://www.thelocal.at/20241217/calendar-the-days-youll-be-off-work-in-austria-in-2025 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:52:02 +0100 calendar-the-days-youll-be-off-work-in-austria-in-2025 Austria has a lot to offer when it comes to higher academic education. Here are the six highest-ranked universities in the country. https://www.thelocal.at/20241017/revealed-what-are-the-top-universities-in-austria Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:04:13 +0200 revealed-what-are-the-top-universities-in-austria This visa will let you study German in Austria for up to six months, and it’s relatively unbureaucratic to apply for compared to some others. Here's what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.at/20230406/how-do-i-get-a-language-study-visa-for-austria Thu, 06 Apr 2023 15:10:27 +0200 how-do-i-get-a-language-study-visa-for-austria As a new student at an Austrian university, you have a lot to look forward to. Here is what happens during your first days on campus. https://www.thelocal.at/20240822/what-to-expect-during-the-welcome-week-at-an-austrian-university Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:13:38 +0200 what-to-expect-during-the-welcome-week-at-an-austrian-university Higher education in Austria offers a wider range of possibilities, from practical degrees with a hands-on mentality to more research-focused studies. https://www.thelocal.at/20240206/explained-how-does-higher-education-work-in-austria Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:30:25 +0100 explained-how-does-higher-education-work-in-austria