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INFORMATION FOR
ADMISSION
to Bachelor/Diploma degree programs with
international academic qualification s
JOHANNES KEPLER
UNIVERSITY LINZ
Admission Office
Altenberger Straße 69
The information contained in this brochure has been carefully compiled however we are not liable in regards to
4040 Linz, Austria
updates, correctness, completeness or quality of the information provided.
DVR 0093696
Last update: March 31, 2020
Dear Prospective Applicant!
Thank you for your interest in studying at the Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU
Linz).
This brochure will provide you with important information regarding admission to a
bachelor degree program or diploma degree program of study on the basis of
international academic qualifications.
If you have any additional questions or inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us:
We wish you all the best and great success in your studies!
The Admission Team
1. Fields of study........................................................................................ 2
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1. Fields of study
The JKU Linz offers a range of academic degree programs in the fields of Medicine,
Natural Sciences, Engineering, Education, Social Sciences, Business and Law. More
detailed information on various study programs is provided on the website:
https://www.jku.at/en/degree-programs/degree-programs/bachelors-and-diploma-
degree-programs
The application form must be filled out personally and signed by the applicant
and under no circumstances by another person. Applications prepared by agencies
are prohibited by law and will not be accepted.
Foreign language documents (if not issued in German or English) must be submitted
along with a German translation issued by a Translator/Interpreter certified in
Austria. If the documents have been translated outside of Austria, applicants must
submit documents using the same verification procedure as with other foreign
documents (see 2.4.).
Bilateral Agreements
Due to bilateral agreements verifying the authenticity of documents, the submission of
international documents as mentioned above does not apply to documents issued from
the following countries (however, documents must be submitted as original or as a
notarized, verified copy):
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Hague Apostille Agreement
Documents issues by members states that have signed the Hague Apostille
Agreement must be verified with an “APOSTILLE” issued by the respective domestic
authorities of the issuing country. The documents and the Apostille must be submitted
in original. Included countries:
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Complete Verification and Authentication
If there is no bilateral agreement between Austria and the applicant’s home country –
meaning not included in the list above – all submitted documentation must be verified
for its authenticity by the responsible authorities of the issuing country
(Ministry of Foreign Affairs) as well as the Austrian authorities located in the issuing
country (Austrian Embassy/Consulate). The documents must be submitted in
original.
Regular students who are NOT from an EU or EEA country are subject to paying
tuition fees in the amount of € 726,72 per semester, plus the mandatory Austrian
Student Union fee of € 20,20.
For detailed information about tuition fees please use the following link:
https://www.jku.at/en/studying/studies-from-a-z/tuition-fees
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Students who are required to pay tuition fees have to do this within the general
admission period. Tuition fees paid during the grace period until November 30th
regarding the winter semester and until April 30th regarding the summer semester) will
be raised by 10%.
Admission to studies will be null and void if applicants do not pay the
required tuition fees (in compliance with personal notification), plus/or the
mandatory Austrian Student Union fee on time!
3. General Information
3.1. Procedures
After submitting all required documents to the Admissions Office at the Johannes
Kepler University Linz, the application will be reviewed according to content and formal
criteria. There is no application fee. Please note that applications prepared by agencies
are prohibited by law and will not be accepted. You will be notified of admission by
letter.
If your application is approved, you will receive an acceptance letter which could also
require taking supplementary examination(s). If your first language is not German and
you are unable to submit sufficient proof of proficiency in German in order to be
admitted to a regular study program, the acceptance letter will list any supplementary
examination(s) you will be required to take and pass.
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To register in person, please come to the Admissions Office during the corresponding
admission period. Please bring the following documents with you:
• valid passport
• acceptance Letter (in the original)
• if applicable, a social insurance number (such as your Austrian E-card)
• confirmation of registration: https://www.jku.at/en/degree-programs/prospective-
students/start-your-studies/registration
• if applicable, documents if transferring from another Austrian university
Once all admission procedures have been completed, students will receive a student
ID card, the JKU Card (https://www.jku.at/en/degree-programs/prospective-
students/start-your-studies/get-your-jku-card/).
Students will also be required to pay any tuition fees (see 2.6) by the end of the
corresponding grace period (https://www.jku.at/en/studying/studies-from-a-z/dates-
deadline/).
Students will also be eligible to register for courses during the course registration
period (https://www.jku.at/en/studying/studies-from-a-z/dates-deadline/).
The winter semester starts at October 1st and concludes at February 28th. The summer
semester starts at March 1st and concludes at September 30th.
Students may register for classes via KUSSS by going to www.kusss.jku.at. The
course registration takes place before the beginning of each semester
(https://www.jku.at/en/studying/studies-from-a-z/dates-deadline/).
Austrian universities do not have the authority to award grants and scholarships to
students. International students must apply for scholarships directly at an official
Austrian Agency (Embassy or Consulate located in the applicant’s home country), to
then be submitted to the Austrian Federal Ministry of Science, Research and Economy
for consideration and review. Scholarships are awarded in only very few cases and
only under certain conditions and circumstances. Austrian students can get information
on scholarships and grants at the Study Grant Authority.
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3.4. Visa Regulations
To legally enter Austria, international students who are not EU or EEA citizens will
require a valid visa. Moreover, these students will need to apply for a residence permit.
For more information regarding current visa and residence laws, please contact the
Austrian Embassy or Consulate in your home country.
Homepage: www.migration.gv.at
Students who live and study in Austria but are not insured in Austria or in another EU
country may opt to purchase special student health insurance coverage (= self-
insurance) valid in Austria during their stay.
For more information, please contact the Health Insurance Office of Upper Austria:
OÖGKK, Gruberstraße 77, Postfach 61, 4021 Linz
Tel. 05 78 07 - 10 42 56 oder 10 42 58; Fax 05 78 07 - 10 43 80
E-Mail: ooegkk@ooegkk.at
3.6. Accommodations
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