Austrian OeAD Scholarships
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
- IELTS
- 6
- Components
- L 5.5 / R 5.5 / W 5.5 / S 5.5
- Level
- PG, PhD
- Deadline
- September–March
Last verified: 2026-03
About Austrian OeAD Scholarships
Austrian OeAD Scholarships are managed by Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation. They support international students at master's and doctoral levels with monthly grants, tuition fee waivers, health insurance contributions, and travel subsidies. Multiple scholarship programmes are available for different academic levels and countries.
IELTS Required
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 79
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1OeAD scholarships require IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component. This applies to English-taught programmes; German-taught programmes require additional German language certification.
- 2Austria offers many high-quality programmes in English, especially at the master's and doctoral levels. Apply early, as the application window runs from September to March depending on the specific OeAD programme.
- 3OeAD manages several distinct scholarship lines with different eligibility criteria. Research which programme fits your profile — some target specific countries or academic fields. A strong academic CV and clear study plan are essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
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