Quick Summary
Situated in Linz, Austria, Johannes Kepler University Linz is a public established in 1966. Ranked #446 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 23800 students including 18% from outside Austria. Known for strengths in Artificial Intelligence, Mechatronics, Computer Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
JKU is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence and Mechatronics, offering a modern green campus environment integrated with Upper Austria's industrial hub.
Subject Strengths
Artificial IntelligenceMechatronicsComputer ScienceBusiness InformaticsLaw
Founded1966
TypePublic
Total Students23800
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusPark Campus
Campus Size350,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsKepler University Hospital
AccreditationAgency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (AQ Austria)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#446
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,Doctorate,Diploma,Certificate
Programs
15
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Linz Institute of Technology (LIT),Johann Radon Institute for Computational and Applied Mathematics (RICAM),Pro2Future
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (AQ Austria)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
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
For English-taught programs like AI or Mechatronics, ensure technical prerequisites are clearly mapped in the application; EU students should apply early for dormitory spots.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,453/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€12,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€1,453/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€13,453/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,Doctorate,Diploma,Certificate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechatronics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Molecular Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery strong, integrated within LIT (Linz Institute of Technology) partner companies.
Industry Connections
VoestalpineBMW GroupSiemensAVLInfineon Technologies
Notable Alumni
Iris Hanika,Wolfgang Pucher,Gerfried Stocker
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
JKU University Sports Institute (USI),Fitness Center,Climbing Wall
Student Clubs
Austrian Student Union (ÖH),Erasmus Student Network Linz,AIESEC Linz
Library Resources
JKU Main Library,Law Library,Medical Library
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,ISEP,Joint Study Programs,Austrian-American Educational Commission
Summer Programs
International Summer School in Social Sciences,LIT Summer School