Quick Summary
Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) is a public founded in 1815, located in Vienna, Austria. Ranked #190 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 26200 students including 31% from outside Austria. Known for strengths in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 60%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
TU Wien is one of the top technical universities in Central Europe, offering low tuition fees, high research output, and a location in the world's most livable city.
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringComputer ScienceElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPhysicsMathematics
Founded1815
TypePublic
Total Students26200
Intl Students31%
Faculty Ratio18.5
CampusUrban/City Campus
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsMedical University of Vienna (Collaborative Research)
AccreditationAustrian Ministry of Education, Science and Research
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#190
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#251–300
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301–400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Science,Master of Science,Doctor of Philosophy
Programs
Doctoral School of Computer Science,Doctoral School of Technical Sciences,Doctoral School of Natural Sciences
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Geometry and Computational Design,Austrian Center for Digital Production,Center for Energy and Environment
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Austrian Ministry of Education, Science and Research
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate60%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL87
Min GPA3
GREOptional (Required for some Master's programs)
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 5
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 5
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Ensure proficiency in German at C1 level for most Bachelor programs. For English-taught Master's, submit a strong motivation letter and GRE scores if applicable to enhance competitiveness.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,453/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€12,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€1,453/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€13,953/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableOeAD Scholarships,TU Wien Merit Scholarships,Erasmus+ Mobility Grants
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidFederal Student Aid for Austrian/EU students
Work-StudyAvailable (Student Assistant positions)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Science,Master of Science,Doctor of Philosophy programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Informatics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Technical Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Vienna-based tech hubs and industrial partners.
Industry Connections
SiemensAVLOMVMagna Steyr
Notable Alumni
Christian Doppler,Viktor Kaplan,Richard Zsigmondy,Friedrich von Hayek
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Off-campus student residences like OeAD student housing)
Sports Facilities
University Sports Institute (USI) access
Student Clubs
TU Wien Racing,HTU (Student Union),Best Vienna,IAESTE Vienna
Library Resources
Main Library (TU Wien Bibliothek) with extensive technical and scientific collections.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Joint Study Program,ATHENS Network
Summer Programs
Green.Building.Solutions. (GBS) Summer University,Alternative Economic and Monetary Systems (AEMS)