History
The University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna is the only academic and research institution in Austria that focusses on the veterinary sciences and the oldest such institution in the German-speaking world. It was founded in 1765.
Research
In addition to applied and clinical research, the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna conducts excellent basic research in veterinary medicine. Teaching and research activities are closely linked to ensure the principle of research-based teaching. The areas of research of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna are:
- Animal health
- Preventative veterinary medicine
- Comparative medicine
- Animal models
- Public health services
- Food safety
- Animal husbandry, animal welfare and animal ethics
- Organismic biology and biodiversity
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1408 Ranking
- 30 Scholarships
- 1,498 Academic Staff
- 2,502 Students
- 992 Students (int'l)
- 1,985 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Overview
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Scholarships
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
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
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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
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
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
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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Independent provider
Grant
1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
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Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
01 Feb 2027
Ernst Mach Grant for studying at an Austrian University of Applied Sciences
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based
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University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 22.8% Austria
Top 15% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
1408
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 140 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1072 | 1268 | 1408 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
No 2025 Ranking
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2025 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 801 | - | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
Student Services of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna is responsible for processing study applications, course and examination registrations, recognition of examinations, issuing of transcripts and the nostrification of foreign degrees.
Housing services
In order to help you finding an accomodation near our university’s campus or in the city center, we kindly supply you with a list of hotels in Vienna. Please understand that we cannot cover your travel and accommodation expenses and we can not do the booking for you.
Library services
The university library is open to all but in particular for the use of the following individuals:
- Members and graduates of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna
- Members and graduates of other Austrian universities and universities of applied sciences (courses at universities of applied sciences)
- Persons aged 14 and over
ICT services
The IT Services department supplies the entire university with the necessary IT infrastructure. Its duties include the administration of the IT network on campus, pre-selection and purchase of hard- and software and expert assistance with such matters, database and Web application management for administration and teaching, development and administration of special information systems.
Campus life
The excellent infrastructure of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna (Vetmeduni Vienna) facilitates small conventions and conferences on the university campus.
A total of eight lecture halls of various sizes, two meeting rooms as well as a generous and bright banquet hall are available for meetings and events and feature state-of-the-art technology including video projector, screen, slide projector and amplifier (large lecture halls and ballroom). Furthermore, we can provide access to other facilities upon request including the lobby in front of the ballroom - an ideal place for relaxing breaks before an event - or the assembly hall below the ballroom.
Student clubs
The Students' Union of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna - HVU for short - represents students' interest to the University Management, non-university institutions and the public.
Accreditation
Teaching at the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna is regularly tested by the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE)
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Austria Country
Vienna City
University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna Student Reviews & Awards
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