University of Graz
Exchange Program
Program Description
The University of Graz was founded in 1585 and is the second oldest and largest university in Austria. Approximately ~30,000 students are enrolled, 15% of which are international students. There are around 1,000 outgoing exchange studentsand 700 incoming exchange students per year.Over 120 study programmes on all study levels in subjects such as Arts & Humanities, Business, Environmental Education, Law, and Natural Sciences.
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Program Dates |
Pre-semester German Course |
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Fall, Spring, or Academic Year
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Fall/Full Year: May 1 Spring: October 1 |
Fall: June 1 |
Fall: Sept 4 - Feb 2 |
3 weeks before each semester |
Information Sheet |
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| Open to | Any academic discipline |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate |
| Credit Offered | FAU credits |
ACADEMICS:
University of Graz is a public university with an enrolment of 31.100 students and a strong international profile offering more than 120 BA, MA and PhD degrees which are open to exchange students (except for a few restrictions)
Course Search GuideFall semester students must check if they have exams in February as they will need to arrange to take them remotely if possible.
3-week German Intensive Language Courses are offered in September and February before the start of the semester at a reduced fee.
Please note that course offerings are subject to change based on term and year. Education Abroad cannot guarantee that the courses shown will be available for the term/year you study abroad.
Students participating on an exchange program will be taking courses at the host university. Students need to work with Education Abroad and their academic advisor to see if courses abroad are equivalent to FAU courses and how those FAU equivalencies are degree applicable. Education Abroad has created a blanket equivalency database for courses offered at UniGraz and their FAU equivalencies here .
Program Eligibility & Requirements
- Must have a 2.5 overall GPA for undergraduate students at the time of application and be at least sophomore standing
- Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
- Only open to degree-seeking FAU students
- See Policies & Procedures page for more information
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Education Abroad Advisor: |
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Steph Pack, Coordinator Schedule an appointment: Navigate |
Travel Documentation
Important notice! Passport processing times have changed. Review up-to-date details HERE.
Routine processing times can take 10-13 weeks, and expedited applications in 7-9 weeks. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you are traveling anywhere abroad, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the Country Information to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling.
If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the Travel.State.Gov website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit U.S. Embassy.gov.
Location
Graz is the capital city of the southern Austrian province of Styria. At its heart is Hauptplatz, the medieval old town’s main square. Shops and restaurants line the narrow surrounding streets, which blend Renaissance and baroque architecture. A funicular leads up Schlossberg, the town hill, to the Uhrturm, a centuries-old clock tower. Across the River Mur, futuristic Kunsthaus Graz exhibits contemporary art.
Housing
UniGraz assists exchange students in finding housing close to campus https://orientation.uni-graz.at/de/planning-the-arrival/accommodation/
Funding opportunities
Financial Aid and Scholarship Information
- Students participating on may use eligible financial aid
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Bright Futures and Florida Prepaid are eligible for an exchange program
- Please reach out to Jolla Molinar, jmolinar@fau.edu, for assistance with financial aid and Bright Futures
- Please reach out to Tuition & Billing Services, webcontroller@fau.edu, for assistance with Florida Prepaid
- Program participants are eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship amongst other nationally recognized scholarships
- See additional scholarship and funding information here
- Note that financial aid will not be disbursed to your student account until 2-3 weeks after the FAU drop/add period of the semester you are studying abroad
budgetary items
These are items to consider to budget for your study abroad program:
FAU Tuition:
FAU Tuition Calculator - please use the tuition calculator to determine tuition
Rental costs: variable, depending on the individual room and residence, starting around 250 euros per month
*exchange rates will vary
Out of pocket expenses:
- $200 administrative fee due at time of application
- International flight
- Personal spending
- Visa expenses (visa fee and pre-paid postage)
- International health insurance
Health, Safety and Travel Documentation
All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and virtual link the semester before your program.
1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.
International Health and Travel Insurance
All FAU students participating on an exchange program will need to register in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. You can view the policy here.
Resources
- U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory – Country Information: Travel Advisories (state.gov)
- CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html
- FAU SHS: FAU - Health Advisory
- WHO: https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/coronavirus-disease-(covid-19)-vaccines-safety
- Access to vaccine: FAU - COVID-19 Vaccine Information
- Benefits of being fully vaccinated prior to departure for your study abroad program:
- Reduced risk of denied entry if a country requires vaccination for entry
- Reduced risk of having to get vaccinated abroad if it becomes mandatory in the country of study
- Reduced risk of denied acceptance to one of our foreign universities
- Reduced risk of denied acceptance into campus housing or host accommodations abroad
- Reduced risk of spreading COVID-19 and its variants to other parts of the world, including the communities where we have programs
- Reduced risk of contracting COVID-19 while abroad, which could lead to missed classes and excursions, mandatory quarantine or isolation, and other disruptions to the program
- Increases student access to local events, services, and travel while abroad
- Provides more flexibility in planning study abroad extracurricular activities, including excursions
- The WHO and U.S. CDC agree that the vaccine helps reduce the risk of serious illness and helps prevent the spread of COVID-19
- Alongside our other prevention measures, the vaccine significantly increases protection for FAU faculty, staff, students, and international partners
Regarding increased access because of being vaccinated, please be aware that businesses and services may legally restrict access to exclude unvaccinated individuals. Local ordinances may allow the same. In such cases, FAU won’t be able to intervene or advocate on your behalf.