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Overview

Universität Wien (University of Vienna) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Vienna, Austria. This institution also has branch campuses in Langau, Grünau im Almtal, Ernstbrunn, Marchegg, Baden, St. Corona and Mönichkirchen. Established in 1365, Universität Wien (UNI WIEN) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Bundesministerium für Frauen, Wissenschaft und Forschung. UNI WIEN provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. UNI WIEN also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Vienna's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Vienna's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Vienna' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Vienna's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name (English) University of Vienna
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNI WIEN
Founded 1365 It has a full status of University since 1384
Motto
Colours Blue and white
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Location

Address Universitätsring 1
Vienna
1010 Vienna
Austria
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University of Vienna Phone Number (1) 4277 0
University of Vienna Fax Number (1) 4277 9100
Other locations Langau, Grünau im Almtal, Ernstbrunn, Marchegg, Baden, St. Corona and Mönichkirchen

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University of Vienna's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Vienna is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Bundesministerium für Frauen, Wissenschaft und Forschung

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1365


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universität Wien's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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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 University of Vienna 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

University of Vienna Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Vienna 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 University of Vienna's academic range and degree level offering.



Universität Wien: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Vienna Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Vienna Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Vienna 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 University of Vienna.



University of Vienna: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported

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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 University of Vienna Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Vienna website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Vienna Admission Info


University of Vienna's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Vienna is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Vienna's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Vienna has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Vienna's acceptance rate is not available.


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


University of Vienna's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Vienna has more than 10400 international students.


University of Vienna's Admission Office Admission Office

Universitätsring 1
Vienna 1010
(1) 4277 10600


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Size and Profile

University of Vienna Size and Profile


University of Vienna's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Vienna has a student enrollment ranging from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Vienna's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Vienna's academic staff ranges from 800 to 899 members.


University of Vienna's Control Type Control Type

University of Vienna is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Vienna's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Vienna 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.


University of Vienna's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Vienna's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Vienna's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Vienna 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.


University of Vienna's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Vienna is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Vienna Facilities


University of Vienna's Library University Library

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University of Vienna's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Vienna's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Vienna's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Vienna Services


University of Vienna's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Vienna's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Vienna's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Vienna's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Vienna's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Vienna Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universität Wien consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Catholic Theology
  • Faculty of Protestant Theology
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics
  • Faculty of Computer Science
  • Faculty of Historical-Cultural Sciences
  • Faculty of Philological-Cultural Sciences
  • Faculty of Philosophy and Educational Sciences
  • Faculty of Psychology
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Mathematics
  • Faculty of Physics
  • Faculty of Chemistry
  • Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy
  • Faculty of Life Sciences
  • Centre for Translation Studies
  • Centre for Sports Sciences and University Sports

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Vienna Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Vienna public or private?

University of Vienna is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Vienna profit or non-profit?

University of Vienna 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 University of Vienna in terms of enrollment?

University of Vienna has a student enrollment ranging from 35,000 to 39,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Vienna in terms of academic staff?

University of Vienna's academic staff ranges from 800 to 899 members.

Is University of Vienna a coeducational institution?

University of Vienna is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Vienna use?

University of Vienna 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 University of Vienna affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Vienna admit international students?

Yes. University of Vienna has more than 10400 international students.

What is University of Vienna's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Vienna's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend University of Vienna UNI WIEN?

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 University of Vienna UNI WIEN located?

University of Vienna is located in Vienna, Vienna, Austria. Address: Universitätsring 1.

Is University of Vienna UNI WIEN accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Vienna is accredited by Bundesministerium für Frauen, Wissenschaft und Forschung (since 1365).

Does University of Vienna offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Vienna offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Vienna have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Vienna provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Vienna have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Vienna offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Vienna offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Vienna offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Vienna have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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