Alpen-Adria University of Klagenfurt
Alpen-Adria University of Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt, Austria
Location
Academics
Living in Klagenfurt
Important Dates
Eligibility Requirements
Program Contact
Additional Resources
Overview
AAU is a young and innovative university, located at the intersection of three diverse cultures. It is the leading institution of academic education in Carinthia, and serves as an important hub for the acquisition, exchange and transfer of knowledge across the entire Alps-Adriatic Region.
More than 10,000 students attend AAU for the purpose of study and research, including around 1,800 students from abroad. Approximately 1,500 members of staff strive to produce outstanding achievements in the areas of teaching, research and university administration.
Work and research is carried out within AAU´s four faculties with over 35 departments. In addition, several specialized centers contribute to shaping the university´s specific portrait.
Location
AAU is located in Austria’s most southern province, in Carinthia’s capital city Klagenfurt, nearby Lake Worthersee.
Academics
The Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt offers a wide range of degree programs. Several lectures in various fields of studies are taught in English. Several degree programs (undergraduate and graduate) are also offered fully in English.
The language center “Deutsch in Österreich” offers German classes for students with non-German speaking backgrounds; additional fees apply for the German classes.
Living in Klagenfurt
If you wish to stay in one of the student dormitories during your study in Klagenfurt, you can book your accommodation via the Austrian housing agency OeAD.
Important Dates
| TERM | APPLICATION DEADLINE | PROGRAM START DATE | PROGRAM END DATE |
| Academic Year | Early May | Early October | Late June |
| Spring | Early October | Early March | Late June |
Eligibility Requirements
Program Contact
Molly Papay
Education Abroad Advisor
Email: mpapay1@kent.edu
Phone: 330-672-3067
Schedule an Advising Appointment
Additional Resources
- Learn more about this program through the Alpen-Adria University of Klagenfurt Fact Sheet (PDF) and Alpen-Adria University of Klagenfurt Exchange Program Information (PDF)
- Visit the Alpen-Adria University of Klagenfurt website to explore the campus, academics, and student life offerings
- Visit the Austrian Embassy in Washington D.C. website for more information on the visa application process
- U.S. Department of State - International Travel Country Information for Austria website
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Austria Traveler View website