Quick Summary
Public in Graz, Austria — Graz University of Technology, est. 1811. Ranked #421 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13500 students including 24% from outside Austria. Known for strengths in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Leading technical university in Austria with strong focus on innovation, industry partnerships, and high graduate employability.
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringComputer ScienceMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
Founded1811
TypePublic
Total Students13500
Intl Students24%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size100 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsMedical University of Graz (Partnership via BioTechMed-Graz)
Accreditationundefined
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#421
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Teacher Training
Programs
PhD in Technical Sciences, PhD in Natural Sciences
PhD Programs
Limited continuing education and MOOCs
Online Programs
Large Engines Competence Center (LEC), Graz Centre for Electron Microscopy, BioTechMed-Graz
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
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Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPANot Available
GRERecommended for some English-taught Master programs
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 5 (International), October 31 (General)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 5 (International), March 31 (General)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Ensure German language proficiency (C1) for Bachelor programs; apply early for English-taught Master's due to visa processing times.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€145,344/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€11,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€145,344/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€1,295,344/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailablePerformance Scholarships, Scholarship Foundation of the Republic of Austria, Marshall Plan Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidFederal Student Aid (Studienbeihilfe) for Austrian/EU citizens
Work-StudyStudent Assistant positions available within institutes
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Teacher Training programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Software Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biomedical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Electrical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$55,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong support through the Career Info-Service and industry partners like AVL and Magna
Industry Connections
AVL ListMagna SteyrInfineonSiemensVoestalpine
Notable Alumni
Nikola Tesla (studied), Richard Zsigmondy, Karl Kordesch
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
University-affiliated dormitories and private student residences
Sports Facilities
University Sports Institute (USI) Graz facilities
Student Clubs
HTU Graz (Student Union), BEST Graz, IAESTE, EESTEC
Library Resources
TU Graz Main Library, Archive of TU Graz, Electronic resource access
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, Joint Study Programs, Athens Program
Summer Programs
TU Graz Summer School on Automotive Engineering, European Summer School