Studying at the University of Graz: Registration for admission procedures in March

The entrance exams for the restricted-access courses will take place in July 2026. Photo: University of Graz/Angele

Ready for a new chapter in your life with the start of your studies at the University of Graz in the winter semester 2026/27? Here you will find information on deadlines, admission procedures, registration, and everything else you need to successfully start your studies in the fall.

Passed your school leaving exams? What now? The University of Graz offers over 100 degree programs. There is a huge selection of exciting courses to choose from. Take a look now: Bachelor-programs.

However, some of the degree programs are particularly popular or require specific prior knowledge and admissions requirements. In these cases, there are additional admission criteria or aptitude tests.

Due to their high popularity and a limited number of places, there are entrance exams for the following courses:

Bachelor's degree courses

Biology
Molecular biology
Pharmaceutical sciences
Psychology
Diploma course in law

Master's degree courses

Psychology
Pharmacy
Psychotherapy

PLEASE NOTE: This year, the registration period for the entrance examination begins on March 2 and ends on May 4 (6 p.m.). The examinations will take place in the first half of July. For more information, please visit: Programs with admission procedures

There are also different admission restrictions for another group of subjects.

For anyone aspiring to become a teacher: the state admission procedure is your first step! Registration is open from March 2 to May 13, 2026 (12:00). The exams will take place between June 22 and 26. More information: Admission to teacher training
For sports and exercise sciences, you need either a sports high school diploma with a grade of “very good” or “good” or a supplementary exam. The Matura certificate must be submitted by July 15, 2026, at the latest. The supplementary exams for those without a sports Matura will take place in September. All information: Admission - Institute for Movement Sciences, Sports, and Health
If you want to study a language, you must take a placement test at the beginning of the first semester – this allows us to ensure that your language level is suitable for the program.

No additional examination

For those courses that do not have additional admission criteria, online-registration begins in mid-June for all graduates with an Austrian Matura or a comparable EU/EEA qualification.

The following are required for registration:

Scan of your high school diploma
Official photo ID
For anyone transferring to the University of Graz from another university: additional study sheet and, if applicable, certificate of departure

Online-registration is possible until the beginning of September. This deadline is sufficient for the majority of programs.

Further information

If you have any further questions or uncertainties, the 4students team is available to advise prospective students in person or online: 4Students

By the way: Starting at the University of Graz involves many new terms, tools, and deadlines. All tips for getting started as a freshman can be found here: FAQs: The first semester

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