History
The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria was founded on June 22, 1993.
The state of Upper Austria, the city of Wels and the market town of Hagenberg were designated as members of the sponsoring association for the preparation of the establishment, maintenance and operation of technical college courses in Upper Austria.
Education
- Informatics, Communication and Media - Hagenberg Campus
- Medical Engineering and Applied Social Sciences - Linz Campus
- Economy and Management - Steyr Campus
- Engineering - Wels Campus
- Total: 68 (including 1 degree programme and 2 specializations in approval)
- Bachelor degree programmes (6 semesters): 31
- Master degree programmes (4 semesters): 37
- Hagenberg Campus: 1,523
- Linz Campus: 760
- Steyr Campus: 1,370
- Wels Campus: 2,010
- Engineering: 3,719
- Social Sciences: 436
- Business: 1,508
Research
The FH Upper Austria Research & Development GmbH decreed in 2019 at locations in Hagenberg, Linz, Steyr and Wels 244 research assistants inside. A total of 17 main research areas were set up at the 4 faculties:
- Applied Social Sciences & Non Profit Management
- Automation technology and simulation
- Controlling, accounting and financial management
- Digital business
- energy and Environment
- Global business management
- Information and communication systems
- Innovation and technology management
- Life in old age
- Food and biotechnology
- Logistics
- Media and knowledge technologies
- Medical technology
- Measurement and testing technology
- Production and Operations Management
- Software technology and applications
- Material and production technology
Career
The University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria cooperates intensively with companies and institutions thus winning the support of leading experts for teaching and for practice-oriented student projects.
CEOs, executive board members, entrepreneurs and established researchers with many years of practical experience in innovative and successful businesses in relevant professional fields give students insights into different sectors, leadership issues and challenges of today and tomorrow.
The internship is an important component for the career start.University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Key Statistics & Highlights
- 1 PhDs
- 30 Scholarships
- 5,988 Students
- 793 Students (int'l)
- 2,209 Students (female)
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Overview
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Scholarships
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility in Austria
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility in Austria
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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Student services
- The International Office at Hagenberg Campus is in charge of international relations for the School of Informatics, Communications and Media. This comprises partner university cooperation, student and staff mobility, and international projects and activities on campus.
- The International Office at Linz Campus is in charge of international relations at the School of Medical Engineering and Applied Social Sciences.
- The International Office at Steyr Campus is in charge of international relations at the School of Management.
- The International Office at Wels Campus is in charge of international relations at the School of Engineering.
Housing services
There are several accommodation options are available including renting a flat and dormitories. The university helps students finding an accommodation and related information.
Library services
The university has libraries in each campus. All the libraries are connected to an electronic search service where students can search for related data.
ICT services
The university has a strong IT support including Levis, Moodle, email system, EduROAM and much more.
Medical services
Healthcare facilities are off campuses.
Campus life
All the campuses are either in city center or in walking distance. Campus buildings are mostly in one place. The ones that are separate are in walking distance. Each campus has a canteen inside.
Sports facilities
As a balance to studying, the sports club ’FH OO Sportsteam‘ provides students, alumni and staff with a wide range of opportunities to practice sport. There is something for everyone from yoga to triathlon at a range of different levels.
Student clubs
From a crazy boat race to a cell phone throwing contest, from a student party to a solar car challenge – the FH Upper Austria and its students plan entertaining events that make campus life more lively.
There are 8 tertiary education establishments in Upper Austria and the student life in the campus cities Linz, Hagenberg, Steyr and Wels is as multifarious as one might therefore expect. Even if students do not study together, students from different universities often party together.
Alumni keep in touch with each other via the Alumni Club. Events, further education, travel and much more can be found on their agenda.Accreditation
Various of accreditation including ECTS, ABET, Diploma Supplement and Erasmus.
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Austria Country
Wels City
#2 Branch Campus
Austria Country
Steyr City
#3 Branch Campus
Austria Country
Hagenberg im Mühlkreis City
#4 Branch Campus
Austria Country
Linz City
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria Student Reviews & Awards
4.4
Based on 20 reviews
- 5 Star 8 Reviews
- 4 Star 11 Reviews
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
FH OÖ Experience
One of the things that caught my interest in FH OÖ is that the programs are very application‑driven. Students do projects together with companies, there are internships, guest lectures by industry people. This means you often graduate not just with theory but with useful practical skills. The campus are well equipped with up‑to‑date labs, modern facilities, small class sizes, good support services. The learning environment is often praised. FH OÖ have many partner universities for semesters and internships abroad. Also, being research‑active, new findings are incorporated into teaching. The structure tends to be more fixed than in many traditional universities: expected durations, clearer path, fewer surprises. Compared to many places (especially outside Austria) the costs are reasonable.
Program opinion
Although there was a bit of difficulty during the admissions process, I'm satisfied with the program. The program covers relatable topics that are crucial for current times.
Eyob_SES_review
I just started a month ago so my review will be a nit premature.
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