TU Graz International Scholarship
Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) is one of Austria's top technical universities, strong in engineering, computer science, and the natural sciences. Austria's public tuition for non-EU students is comparatively low — around EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 per year) at public universities — so the financial barrier is far smaller than in the UK, US, or Australia from the outset. On top of this, TU Graz and partner foundations offer merit-based scholarships and grants to outstanding international students; values vary by scheme and year and many are need- or performance-linked rather than a single fixed award, so treat this as merit grant support that reduces an already-low cost. For Sri Lankan applicants, TU Graz suits first-class engineering/science graduates from Moratuwa, Peradeniya, or similar. Confirm the specific scholarship, its value, and deadlines with TU Graz's international office, as offerings change between intakes.
Winter semester 2026/27 intake: non-EU Master's application typically closes around early September 2026 — confirm per programme
Graz University of Technology
University-funded
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Base Tuition
~EUR 726.72 / semester (public rate)
Scholarship Value
Merit grant — varies by scheme
Master's Language
Several taught in English
info How this award actually works
Who awards it
Graz University of Technology — not Lanka Scholar. We are not the awarding body and cannot grant, reserve or guarantee this award.
How you are considered
Through your admission application. Awards like this are usually assessed automatically from the application you already submit — there is typically no separate scholarship form to fill in.
What it covers
Tuition support / merit grant (value varies; low base tuition). This is a reduction in tuition, not a full ride. You still fund the remainder, plus living costs and the balance your visa requires you to show.
Where we come in
We make the admission application strong enough to be competitive — course choice, documents, references and deadlines. The funder makes the decision.
fact_check Eligibility Criteria
Strong Technical Bachelor's
A relevant Bachelor's degree, ideally first-class or strong upper-second from a recognised Sri Lankan university (engineering, computing, science). TU Graz checks subject equivalence carefully — your prior coursework must align with the Master's specialisation.
Admission to an Eligible Master's
You must be admitted to a TU Graz Master's programme, several of which are taught in English. Merit scholarships and grants are then assessed separately, often via the international office or partner foundations.
English (and sometimes German)
English-taught Master's require IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~87 or equivalent. Some programmes have German components — check the language of instruction per programme. Sri Lankan applicants from English-medium degrees may use an MOI route where accepted.
Confirm the Specific Scheme
Because grant values and eligibility vary by scheme and year (and some are need- or performance-based), confirm the exact scholarship, amount, and deadline with TU Graz's international/welcome office before relying on it for your visa funds.
account_tree Application Process
Apply for admission to TU Graz
Submit your Master's admission application with transcripts, degree certificate, CV, and English evidence by the programme deadline. Account for prior-learning equivalence checks for technical programmes.
Identify the right scholarship scheme
Contact TU Graz's international office to identify merit grants or partner-foundation scholarships you qualify for, and note their separate deadlines and required documents.
Submit the scholarship application
Complete the relevant scholarship form with motivation letter, references, and any need/performance evidence required by the scheme.
Accept and apply for the Austrian student visa
On receiving your offer and any grant confirmation, apply for the Austrian student residence permit/visa (Aufenthaltsbewilligung Studierende), showing your offer, funding, and required living-cost evidence. Start early — Austrian processing can take time.
Why TU Graz?
TU Graz is a leading Austrian technical university with internationally recognised research in engineering, computer science, and materials, and strong industry links. Austria's low public tuition plus Graz's affordable, walkable student city make it one of the better-value technical destinations in the EU.
Top 3
Technical Universities in Austria
1811
Founded
EU
Low Public Tuition + Schengen
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