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Overview

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten (University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of St. Pölten, Lower Austria, Austria. Founded in 1993, Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten (USTP) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung. USTP offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 33-year-old Austrian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 50-59%. This makes it an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. USTP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Control Typepublic

Entity

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym USTP
Founded 1993
Motto Wissen, was morgen zählt.
Set your mind on the future.
Colours Blue and white
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Location

Address Matthias Corvinus-Strasse 15
St. Pölten
3100 Lower Austria
Austria
Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Phone Number (2742) 313 228261
Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Fax Number (2742) 313 228219
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University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2004


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's academic range and degree level offering.



Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten.



Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Admission Info


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Admission Office Admission Office

Matthias Corvinus-Strasse 15
St. Pölten 3100
(2742) 313 228
(2742) 313 228 261

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Size and Profile


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Control Type Control Type

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Entity Type Entity Type

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Library University Library

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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Housing University Housing

Yes


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Services


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten
  • Department of Computer Science and Security
  • Department of Digital Business and Innovation
  • Department of Health Sciences
  • Department of Media and Digital Technologies
  • Department of Rail Technology and Mobility
  • Department of Social Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European Association of Institutions in Higher Education (EURASHE)
  • European Assocation for International Education (EAIE)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Österreichische Fachhochschul-Konferenz (FHK)
  • Universities of Applied Sciences for Europa (UAS4EUROPE)
  • University Industry Innovation Network (UIIN)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten public or private?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten profit or non-profit?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten in terms of enrollment?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten in terms of academic staff?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten a coeducational institution?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten use?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten affiliated with?

None.

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten admit international students?

Yes.

What is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten USTP?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten USTP located?

Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is located in St. Pölten, Lower Austria, Austria. Address: Matthias Corvinus-Strasse 15.

Is Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten USTP accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten is accredited by Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung (since 2004).

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten have a university library?

Yes

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten offer career services?

Yes

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften St. Pölten have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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