univie: Summer School for International and European Studies
Program Overview
The summer school of the Sommerhochschule of the University of Vienna (univie) offers high-level European Studies courses, the Austrian Arbitration Academy, and German language courses.
The European Studies courses are taught in English and focus on Europe and the European Union, covering political, economic, legal, historical, and cultural aspects of the multiple transformations the continent is undergoing.
The Austrian Arbitration Academy focuses on international dispute settlement by tribunals. Academic courses are taught by distinguished scholars with international teaching experience.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Summer
- Economics
- European Studies
- Foreign Language
- German
- History
- International Relations
- Law
- Liberal Arts
- Political Science & Politics
- Refugee Studies
- Sociology
Updated Apr 1, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Austria
Fields & Subjects
- Economics
- German
- History
- International Relations
- Liberal Arts
- Political Science & Politics
- Sociology
- Refugee Studies
- Law
- Foreign Language
- European Studies
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029
- Terms Available
- Summer
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Transcript
- Other
- Essay
Age Requirement
18-35
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Where does the program take place?
The univie: summer school is located in the picturesque village of Strobl in the Salzkammergut region, one of Austria’s most attractive summer vacation areas.
What does the program offer?
The univie: summer school for International and European Studies offers twelve European Studies courses, which focus on the emerging new Europe. They cover political, economic, and legal, but also historical and cultural aspects of the multiple transformations the continent is currently undergoing.
What is included in the program fee?
The program fee consists of the summer school fee, the Austrian Students Union fee, and the room and board fee.
- The Summer school fee includes registration, tuition, use of all sports and recreational facilities, and all planned excursions at €3,000
- Austrian students’ union fee: €25.20.
- Room and board fee with provided breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Accommodation in a single room costs €2,453.30 and €2,061.30 for a double room.
Are scholarships available?
A limited number of partial scholarships ranging from €1,000 to €3,000 are available for the European Studies section of the univie: summer school. The scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and financial need. To receive a scholarship, students must demonstrate their financial need by describing their financial situation and submitting related documents.
How do I apply for the Univie: Summer School?
To apply for admission, students may click "Inquire Here" or must complete the application form and send it together with all required application materials to [email protected] until April 30, 2026.
Applicants have to submit the following documents:
- Application form
- Statement of Purpose
- Recommendation Letter
- Transcript of Grades
- Official proof of proficiency level in English
- Passport copy
- Two portrait photos
- Deposit
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