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Studying in three countries doesn’t have to be expensive. All GRACE students automatically qualify for Erasmus+ Mobility Grants to support travel and living costs.

Tuition Fees

  • EU Students: €363.36 per semester + €25.20 (ÖH fee) + €20 (Campus Card fee).
  • Non-EU Students: €1,500 per semester + €25.20 (ÖH fee) + €20 (Campus Card fee).
  • Additional living costs apply based on the country of study.

Non-EU students may be eligible for a merit-based tuition waiver – see the scholarships section below.

Erasmus+ Mobility Grants (available to all GRACE students)

All GRACE students are eligible for Erasmus+ mobility grants to help cover travel and living expenses during their international study periods.

  • Typical support: Most students receive between €5,500–€7,000 for the full programme (covering up to 360 days across 2–3 mobility semesters), depending on the destination country, length of stay, and mode of transportation.
  • Additional support: Students who qualify for the Erasmus+ students with fewer opportunities category are eligible for extra top-ups. In such cases, the total can reach up to €10,000. This category includes, for example, students with dependent children, or students with disabilities or chronic illnesses that lead to higher costs abroad. Full details on eligibility are available from the International Office at St. Pölten UAS.

These grants are administrated and paid out by St. Pölten UAS and typically apply up to 360 days across two or three mobility semesters.

Example: students can apply for Erasmus+ funding for the 2nd semester at Saxion and the 3rd semester at Vidzeme.

Scholarships and Financial Support

Merit-Based Tuition Waiver (for Non-EU Students)
The top 20% of non-EU students of each semester may receive a waiver of the increased tuition fee based on academic performance. In case several students have the same grade average, the amount is distributed between them.

External & National Grants
You are encouraged to explore national or international funding schemes. The Austrian Grant Database is a helpful starting point to find funding opportunities relevant to your country of origin.