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Grants for Austria

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Please note that there are hardly any scholarships for obtaining a whole degree programme here in Austria.

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Grants for Ph.D. Candidates and Early Postdocs

The Center for Doctoral Studies offers five grants for doctoral/Ph.D. candidates of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna and one for early postdocs:

Conference fees refund for Ph.D. candidates Travel allowances Scholarship for short-term stays abroad Learning-on-the-Job scholarship Dissertation scholarship for the final phase Scholarship Early Postdoc Applications Overview of other grants from the Academy and external funding opportunities

Please find all the requirements and criteria details at the online submission platform. Here you will find only a brief overview and NOT all relevant information! All scholarships are advertised on the online submission platform of the Academy and must also be submitted via the submission platform!

Online submission platform of the Academy: https://calls.akbild.ac.at

We also provide you with an overview of Academy grants for candidates and an overview of external funding opportunities.  Please note that list is only available in German.

Overview of the grants for doctoral/Ph.D. candidates and of the Academy's Center for Doctoral Studies early postdocs:

Conference fees refund for Ph.D. candidates

Due to Covid-19 the Center for Doctoral Studies supports regular doctoral candidates of the Academy in presenting dissertation/Ph.D. project results at digital conferences and symposia or in the presentation of art projects with a refund of conference fees. Prerequisite is an active participation in the conference, the symposium or the art presentation.

Funding Criteria:

• A refund of conference fees can subsidize costs for participation in international conferences, congresses or symposia if the submitted and accepted presentation is linked to the dissertation or the Ph.D. project.
• A refund of participation fees can subsidize costs for presentation of art projects or for presentations in the context of exhibitions, which is directly linked to the dissertation or the Ph.D. project (only for Ph.D.-in-Practice candidates).

Up to max. EUR 450,-- can be awarded per person and per application.

Applications are possible at any time, via  submission website .

Travel Allowances for Ph.D. candidates

The travel allowances support regular doctoral candidates of the Academy in presenting dissertation/Ph.D. project results at international conferences and symposia or for the presentation of art projects. Prerequisite is an active participation in the conference, the symposium or the art presentation.

• Travel allowances can subsidize travel costs for participation in international conferences, congresses or symposia if the submitted and accepted presentation is linked to the dissertation or the Ph.D. project.
• Travel allowances can subsidize travel costs for presentation of art projects (in situ, art in architecture, film screenings, etc.) or for presentations in the context of exhibitions, which is directly linked to the dissertation or the Ph.D. project (only for Ph.D.-in-Practice candidates).
• NOT funded will be short-term stays abroad, e.g. research, archival research or production of artistic-scientific projects.

In general up to max. EUR 450,-- can be awarded per person and per application . The travel allowances can only be awarded once per academic year and only twice during the 
whole doctoral/Ph.D. study period.

Applications are possible throughout the year but have to be submitted at least two weeks before the start of the journey .

Deadlines 2023: Due to the current situation, applications are possible again since July 1, 2021. Please keep yourself informed about measures and potential travel restrictions. Please submit via submission website .

Short term grants abroad

The scholarship for a short-term stay abroad for doctoral/Ph.D. candidates supports stays abroad for e.g. research, field research, archival research, interviews, which are necessary for the dissertation or the Ph.D. project. Stays abroad are funded for a minimum of two to a maximum of eight weeks.

Funding for:

• Short-term stays abroad for research activities, field research, archival research, interviews, input on methodological or theoretical questions, etc., which are related to the dissertation or the Ph.D. project.
• NOT FUNDED will be study program participation abroad (e.g., participation in seminars/courses), which may be funded by e.g. Erasmus+ Mobility. Also, no summer schools or participation in further education/seminars are supported.

The funding can be granted for a period of at least two to a maximum of eight weeks.

The grant is paid out as a scholarship and it serves as a subsidy to partially cover travel and subsistence costs during the stay abroad. The grant can only be awarded once during the 
whole doctoral/Ph.D. study period. ATTENTION: Parallel funding (e.g., Marietta-Blau, ÖAW Doc, Erasmus+) is excluded!

There are four deadlines per year. The deadline always ends at 11 am on the given day. Deadlines 2023: Tuesday, March 14, 2023, Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Tuesday, September 12, 2023 (ongoing), and Tuesday, December 12, 2023. For more information, please see our submission website .

Learning-on-the-Job grant

The scholarship is intended to enable doctoral/Ph.D. candidates to gain practical experience and to get to know processes in connection with the organization of a conference, the publication of a book, the planning, and holding of a workshop, etc., and to acquire additional competencies in addition to the academic qualifications.

• Doctoral/Ph.D. candidates who are involved in organizational, coordinating or administrative processes within the framework of a scientific or artistic research project (conference organization, publication, etc.) at the Academy
• NO FUNDING for projects that exclusively cover the work of the doctoral/Ph.D. candidates
• NO FUNDING for activities to support teaching, in the narrower and the broader sense

Applicants are the doctoral/Ph.D. supervisors who apply for a scholarship for a doctoral/Ph.D. candidate for a planned activity/project.

The funding amount per Learning-on-the-Job scholarship is usually € 750.-- in exceptional cases, depending on the duration and scope of the activity up to a maximum of € 1,500.-- can be awarded. The scholarship can only be awarded once during the 
whole doctoral/Ph.D. study period.

There are two deadlines per year. Deadlines always end at 11 am on the given day. Deadlines 2023: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 and Tuesday, December 12, 2023 (ongoing). For more information, please see our submission website .

Dissertation Completion Fellowship

The Dissertation Completion Fellowship aims to support Ph.D. candidates in the final phase of the dissertation until completion.

• Regular candidates of all doctoral studies of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna can apply for the fellowship.
• The applicants should convincingly convey that the successful finalization of the dissertation or the Ph.D. project is possible during the fellowship.
• The expected quality of the dissertation or the Ph.D. project is a central criterion in the selection process.

Each year, four fellowships for six months each can be awarded.

The amount of the fellowship is € 1,200.-- per month. The fellowship can only be awarded once during the 
whole doctoral/Ph.D. study period.

There is one deadline per year. Next deadline: November 5, 2024, 11.00 am. For more information please see our submission website once the call is open .

Scholarship Early Postdoc Applications

The Scholarship for Early Post Doc Applications aims to support early postdocs in the application for their initial postdoctoral research project. This scholarship enables the intensive preparation of a project proposal, which will be submitted with the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna as the home institution to funding agencies like FWF (ESPRIT funding program) or OeAW (APART GSK funding program) in the end. This call is open to all postdocs.

• Early postdocs: Please read the eligibility criteria of the respective funding bodies and programs carefully. For OeAW APART GSK it is possible to submit up to a maximum of three years after receipt of the doctorate, for FWF ESPRIT up to a maximum of five years. That means when submitting for our Scholarship for Early Post Doc Applications you should not have received your doctorate more than two respectively four years ago (depending on the funding program).
• Postdocs with at least two international and quality-assured publications in line with high international standards (minimum when submitting for the scholarship: accepted).
• The applicants should convincingly convey that the successful finalization of the application is possible during the fellowship.

Overview of other grants from the Academy and external funding opportunities

The Academy of Fine Arts Vienna offers a variety of grants to candidates - such as Mobility Scholarships for stays abroad, a Student Assistance Fund for candidates from so-called third countries (non-EU members), but also research grants for doctoral or Ph.D. candidates, which are advertised every other year. The following link will give you an overview of the scholarships awarded by the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, along with other useful links, e.g., information on federal grants, grants given by the City Council of Vienna, or Student Allowance. Besides the scholarships of the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna, there are also a variety of external grants and fellowships for doctoral candidates. We collected them for you and hope that this overview provides you with useful information. Please consider that this overview is not exhaustive and that the criteria for the grants also change quite often, so please follow the link in the list and inform yourself on the website of the respective grant. You find the overview of grants for doctoral candidates in the section f orms and documents . Please also read the newsletter Art | Research | Support as current grants and fellowships are announced in the newsletter: Newsletter Art | Research | Support .

Online submission platform of the Academy https://calls.akbild.ac.at

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Fulbright grants are life-defining experiences for many students, who benefit from Austrian expertise and become experts on Austria. The US Fulbright Student Program annually provides a diverse cohort of students—recent graduates as well as graduate students and PhD candidates—from institutions all over the US with fully funded opportunities to study or to conduct research in Austria.

US Fulbright students seek affiliation with Austrian institutions that specialize in their specific fields of interest and come from all disciplines. More than half of US Fulbright students are also engaged part-time as secondary school teaching assistants or as volunteers with local community and cultural organizations—opportunities that are unique to the Fulbright Austria program.

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These resources provide information on Austrian education—in particular higher education—and an overview on general aspects of living in Austria for anyone who is planning on studying, teaching, or conducting research in the country.

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OeAD Incoming Scholarship Programmes and further grants for 2024/2025

The OeAD offers grants and scholarships to students and researchers from all over the world, carried out by the unit MPC –Mobility Programmes and Cooperation. The programmes range from grants aimed at broad target groups to more specific ones aimed at applicants from certain fields of study or regions. Below, please find an overview of open calls for incoming programmes and the direct link to the online application tool.

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The  Ernst Mach Grant – worldwide  invites applications from PhD students, Postgraduates, Postdocs and young lecturers from universities outside of Austria. Students and academic teaching staff from all fields of study can apply for a grant period of 1 to 9 months, extensions are not possible. 

Deadline: 01.02.2024

Undergraduate and graduate students from non-European countries (conducting a degree on Bachelor or Master level) can apply for the  Ernst Mach Grant for Studying at an Austrian University of Applied Sciences , which allows research visits of 4 to 10 months at an  Austrian University of Applied Sciences . Extensions are not possible. 

Attention! New application deadline: 01.02.2024

The  Ernst Mach Follow-Up Grant  is aimed at post-doctoral researchers and lecturers from non-European developing countries, who work at higher education institutions/universities and have in the past received an OeAD scholarship. At the beginning of the grant period, at least 3 years must have passed since the last funded research visit to Austria.

Deadline 01.02.2024, 01.09.2024

The  Franz Werfel Fellowship  is open to applications from young university teachers of German language and Austrian literature. It is a programme of excellence to promote research and teaching in the field of Austrian literature, scientific cooperation, and the establishment of an international network of committed Germanists in the field of Austrian literature. The fellowship is awarded for 4 to 9 months and includes follow-up measures (financial and material).

Deadline: 01.03.2024

More programmes under  Ernst Mach  for applicants from Asia:

The Ernst Mach Grant – ASEA-UNINET offers scholarships for full PhD studies, postdoc research stays and for studies in the field of music practice at an ASEA-UNINET member university in Austria to students and researchers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. Study/Research stays range from up to 9 months to 36 months, depending on the grant type.

Please check the Austrian Database for Scholarships and Research Grants  www.grants.at  for an overview of all funding programmes carried out by OeAD.

Scholarships

General questions on applying for a scholarship, scholarships for undergraduate & graduate students, scholarships for doctoral candidates.

How and when can I apply for an OeAD scholarship?

It depends on the scholarship programme. First, you should search our database – www.grants.at – where you can find an overview of possible scholarship programmes for international students wishing to study in Austria. You will find all relevant information concerning the application process, e.g. the application deadline and all information on the documents to be submitted. You will have to submit the application online and a selection committee will check your application.

Is it only the OeAD that funds foreign students in Austria? If not, what are some of the other donors?

The OeAD is the most important provider of scholarships, but there are also other institutions offering support. You can find an overview of possible scholarship programmes in our database - www.grants.at . Further, check local institutions in your home country, as some of them also offer scholarships for study and research stays in Austria.

Is there an age limit for an OeAD scholarship?

It depends on the scholarship programme. Please bear in mind that there are different scholarship programmes offered by the OeAD and other institutions. You should always check the requirements of the specific programme you are applying for.

What is included in the scholarship? Are accommodation and health insurance included?

Most OeAD scholarships include a monthly scholarship (depends on the target group). If necessary, accident and health insurance will be taken out on behalf of the grant recipient. The costs for insurance and accommodation have to be paid out of the grant by the recipient of the grant. The OeAD also tries to provide accommodation (student hall of residence or flat) for recipients of grants who wish to have accommodation arranged by the OeAD. Monthly costs: 220 to 550 EUR (depending on how much comfort the recipients of grants want). An administration fee of 18 EUR per month is payable to the OeAD for arranging accommodation.

Are there any special scholarships for people from certain countries?

It depends on the scholarship programme. You may choose your home country and study field in our database www.grants.at to see which scholarship programmes are offered for students from your specific country.

I want to do a master's in Austria. Are there any scholarships I can apply for?

We – the OeAD – do not offer any scholarships for a whole degree programme (bachelor’s, master’s or PhD) here in Austria. You can search our database www.grants.at for other funding possibilities. However, there are hardly any scholarships for a whole degree programme here in Austria. One possibility would be to apply for an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree. Applicants with all nationalities can apply for scholarships - there is no geographical restriction.

When should I start applying for a scholarship? After I receive admission notification or after I come to the university and register?

The deadline for applying depends on the individual scholarship programme. In some cases, you can apply without yet having formal admission to the Austrian university. In other cases, admission is one of the requirements. Please always check the scholarship announcements. You should inform yourself as soon as possible about the different scholarship opportunities in your country to make sure that you will have enough time to complete your application successfully before the deadline.

I am already studying in Austria, but without a scholarship. I want to know if l can still apply for a scholarship once l have started with my studies in Austria?

After you have started with your studies in Austria, you cannot apply for an OeAD scholarship. However, you can search in our database www.grants.at for other possible funding opportunities.

I want to study for a PhD in Austria, is there a scholarship I can apply for?

We – the OeAD – do not offer any scholarships for a whole doctoral/PhD programme in Austria. You can search our database www.grants.at for other funding possibilities. However, there are hardly any scholarships for a whole degree programme here in Austria. Postgraduates pursuing a doctoral/PhD programme anywhere outside Austria wishing to perform research in Austria are eligible for the Ernst Mach Grant – worldwide. You can find further funding options for research stays in Austria on www.grants.at.

I'm looking for a PhD position in Austria. Where can I find out more about open job vacancies for researchers?

You can find job vacancies and fellowships in Euraxess Jobs. Euraxess – Researchers in Motion is a European initiative providing access to a wide range of information and support services for researchers wishing to pursue research careers in Europe. You find particular information about Austria on www.euraxess.at . Euraxess Service Centres help you and your family to plan and organise your move to Austria and provide assistance in all matters related to mobility. All services of the Euraxess Network are free of charge.

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PhD in Austria

Are you a budding scholar with a passion for furthering your education in a picturesque European setting? Austria, with its rich history, stunning landscapes, and world-renowned academic institutions, might just be the perfect destination for your PhD dreams. In this article, we’ll embark on an exciting journey through Austria’s academic landscape, exploring the enticing Austria PhD programs, including those offered by the University of Vienna, IST Austria, and TU Wien. We’ll delve into the tantalizing world of fully funded PhD opportunities, reveal the best scholarships to support your studies, discuss PhD salaries in Austria (pre- and post-tax), and highlight the various social benefits that make Austria a welcoming haven for PhD students. So, grab your lederhosen and get ready to discover the academic treasures that await you in Austria!

Austria PhD Programs: Where Excellence Meets Tradition

Austria is renowned for its top-notch education system, and when it comes to PhD programs, it certainly doesn’t disappoint. Let’s take a closer look at some of the prestigious institutions offering PhD opportunities:

1. University of Vienna PhD Programs

The University of Vienna, established in 1365, is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities. It offers a plethora of doctoral programs across various disciplines, making it a magnet for aspiring researchers. With its rich history and state-of-the-art facilities, this institution promises a holistic academic experience.

2. IST Austria PhD

The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (IST Austria) is another gem in Austria’s academic crown. It focuses on cutting-edge research in the natural and mathematical sciences. IST Austria’s international atmosphere and world-class faculty make it an attractive destination for doctoral candidates looking to push the boundaries of knowledge.

3. TU Wien PhD Opportunities

The Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) boasts a diverse range of doctoral programs, including engineering, natural sciences, and computer science. With a strong emphasis on research and innovation, TU Wien is the perfect place to nurture your intellectual curiosity and creativity.

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Fully Funded PhD in Austria: Dreams Within Reach

One of the most alluring aspects of pursuing a PhD in Austria is the availability of fully funded opportunities. Picture yourself dedicating your time to groundbreaking research without the burden of tuition fees and living expenses. Here’s a glimpse of fully funded PhD vacancies in different Universities in Austria:

Fully funded PhD Positions at the University of Vienna

Fully Funded PhD at the Technical University of Vienna (TU Wien)

Fully Funded PhD Positions at the University of Graz

Fully Funded PhD Positions at Johannes Kepler University Linz (Austria)

Fully Funded PhD Jobs at the University of Innsbruck

Fully Funded PhD Jobs at the University of Innsbruck in Austria

Fully Funded PhD jobs at the Technical University of Vienna (TU Wien)

Fully Funded PhD Jobs at the University of Graz

Best Scholarships to Study in Austria

1. austrian government scholarships (oead).

The Austrian Agency for International Cooperation in Education and Research (OeAD) offers a variety of scholarships for international students, including doctoral candidates. These scholarships cover tuition fees, health insurance, and even a monthly stipend to support your cost of living.

2. Ernst Mach Grants for Doctoral Candidates

Named after the renowned physicist Ernst Mach, these grants provide financial support to international PhD students conducting research in Austria. This is your ticket to fully funded doctoral studies in the heart of Europe.

3. University-Specific Scholarships

Many Austrian universities, including the University of Vienna, IST Austria, and TU Wien, offer their own scholarships to attract talented doctoral candidates. These scholarships often come with specific research or teaching responsibilities.

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The Application Process Demystified

Now that you know about the fantastic scholarships available, let’s demystify the application process:

• Research Your Program : Start by identifying the PhD program that aligns with your research interests. Visit the university’s website and gather information about admission requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare Your Documents : Typically, you’ll need to submit your academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a research proposal, and proof of language proficiency (usually English or German). Make sure to double-check the specific requirements for your chosen program.
• Apply Online : Most universities in Austria have online application portals. Create an account, complete the application form, and upload your documents as per the instructions.
• Interview : If your application is shortlisted, you may be invited for an interview or an entrance examination, depending on the program.
• Wait for the Decision : Patience is key. Universities will notify you of their decision. If you’re accepted, congratulations! If not, don’t be discouraged; you can always reapply or explore other options.
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PhD Salary in Austria: Making Ends Meet

Now, let’s address the elephant in the room—money! The good news is that PhD students in Austria are typically paid a monthly salary to support their living expenses. The exact amount can vary depending on the university and the funding source, but it’s generally enough to cover your basic needs, including rent, food, and transportation.

Before tax, a typical PhD salary in Austria can range from €1,500 to €2,500 per month. The exact amount often depends on the field of study and the university. It’s worth noting that this salary is often more than sufficient to live comfortably in Austria, thanks to the country’s high quality of life and social services.

After tax, you can expect to receive around 70-80% of your gross salary. Austria has a progressive tax system, which means that the more you earn, the higher your tax rate. However, even after taxes, your net income should be enough to cover your living expenses without any financial stress.

Social Benefits: A Safety Net for PhD Students

Austria is not just about academic excellence; it’s also known for its robust social welfare system. As a PhD student in Austria, you’ll have access to a range of social benefits, including:

• Healthcare : Austrian universities often provide health insurance to their students, ensuring you have access to quality healthcare without worrying about high medical bills.
• Housing Support : Some universities offer assistance in finding affordable housing, making it easier for you to settle into your new academic home.
• Student Discounts : Enjoy reduced prices on public transportation, museums, and cultural events with your student ID.
• Work Opportunities : As an international student, you’re allowed to work part-time while pursuing your PhD, further enhancing your financial stability.
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FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered

Q1: Are Austria PhD programs taught in English? A1: Yes, many PhD programs in Austria are conducted in English, making it accessible to international students.

Q2: Can I work part-time while pursuing a PhD in Austria? A2: Absolutely! International students are allowed to work part-time to support themselves during their studies.

Q3: How competitive are scholarships for studying in Austria? A3: Scholarships in Austria are competitive, but with a strong application and research proposal, you can increase your chances of securing funding.

Q4: Is it easy to find affordable housing in Austria as a PhD student? A4: While housing in major cities like Vienna can be competitive, universities often provide support in finding affordable accommodation.

Q5: What is the duration of a PhD program in Austria? A5: PhD programs in Austria typically last for 3 to 4 years, depending on the field of study and research progress.

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Student grant measures under the Student Support Act

The Student Support Act (in German only) sets out a range of possible funding sources for degree programme students from Austria (and in some circumstances from elsewhere). These are intended to make it easier to finance studying at university.

Overview of funding sources under the Student Support Act

• All aid under the Student Support Act (with the exception of merit-based awards and stipends) require the student to be worthy of support based on their personal circumstances, and to supply proof that they are successfully continuing to study.
• The Austrian Student Support Authority website provides information on the precise requirements for individual support measures and all the information needed to apply for these (addresses, deadlines, forms etc. ), which can be done online.
• The Austrian Student Support Authority has set up Grants Desks (Stipendienstellen) at all major universities and is responsible for allocating such aid (with the exception of merit-based awards and grants/stipends).

Further support for students

The Austrian government helps with student funding through the mechanisms in the Student Support Act, and in other ways. Other public and private institutions also allocate allowances and awards, some to the student themselves and some to their parents.

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In some cases of hardship, the Austrian National Union of Students (ÖH) will provide financial support from the ÖH Social Fund . The Austrian National Union of Students can also provide students with information and support about accommodation and student halls of residence . For a comprehensive overview of grants and possible support for higher education, see this online database www.grants.at/en .

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Austria is an especially attractive country to study in because tuition in Austrian Universities is effectively free for Austrian and EU/EEA students but with some restrictions. Students must complete their studies and graduate in the minimum duration period allowed, plus an allowance of two extra semesters. Students not satisfying this rule or who wish to just take some courses must pay 363 € per semester.

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Universities of Applied Sciences have the right to charge fees and currently 17 of the 20 charge the basic fee of 363 € per semester. University Colleges of Teacher Education may also charge similar fees.

Private Universities have their own fee structure. Fees start at 1,000 € per semester but may be substantially higher.

Post-graduate fees are generally the same as undergraduate ones, but some PhD programs in especially desirable areas such as international law may have fees between 1,800 € and 5,575 € per semester.

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Accommodation is the major single expense for students everywhere and costs in Austria are quite low. In most University towns dormitory accommodation is available for 200 € a month. This is also the approximate cost for sharing a flat, which will cost around 600 € to rent alone.

Student passes in Austria carry rather more privileges than those in other countries. In Vienna for example, it will buy public transit for an entire semester for just 75 €. A 20 € pass is available to students that gives a 50% reduction on tickets on the national railway system. Entry fees for museums and other events will also be cheaper.

Food costs are comparable to, or cheaper than, other European countries. Cheaper restaurant meals begin at around 9 €. A coffee is less than 3 € and beer in a bar is also around 3 €. Monthly internet costs are around 20 €.

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Apart from the free-tuition scheme designed to improve access to University for poorer students, there is a system of grants administered by the Austrian Study Grant Authority.

Support may either be direct, via payments to students, or indirect as non-cash benefits or transfers to their parents.

Direct study grants are available to cover fees, transportation, child support, orphan allowances, insurance and other costs. Students can earn up to 8,000 € while receiving such grants.

The basic grant is 5,700 € per year. Married students, students without parents, those who must live away from home to study, or those who have been independent for four years when beginning their studies receive 8,148 € per year. Students with a child receive 6,500 € or 9,000 € if they must live away from home. Severely disabled students receive an additional grant of between 160 € and 420 € depending on their level of disability.

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There are over 1,600 scholarships for study in Austria available to international and Austrian students. Scholarships may be based on financial circumstances, academic performance, support for women or immigrant students, areas of interest or research and innovation or just unusual.

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Subsidized bank loans may also be available to pay tuition fees for students not eligible for grants.

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Because of the long summer break – from July to October – many students take full-time jobs during that period. However for students on scholarships and those requiring a residency permit, there may be restrictions on the total number of hours worked in a year.

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SIU awards nearly $173K in Green Fund grants, honors students for sustainability

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Student Sustainable Farms has received Green Fund grants for projects to improve sustainability. (Photo provided)

April 24, 2024

by Christi Mathis

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale celebrated Earth Day this week by awarding almost $173,000 in Green Fund grants to 15 diverse project. The projects run the gamut, from establishing a pawpaw research orchard to creating a multipurpose butterfly garden to adding more water bottle refill stations to improving energy efficiency.

The Green Fund Grant Committee, chaired by a student and including three additional students, a staff member and a faculty member, reviewed 18 proposals, said Aimee Lemrise, sustainability director.

“We look forward to this time of year as we elevate our Imagine 2030 strategic plan and its sustainability pillar,” she said. “We are thankful to all who submitted proposals and were excited to see the interest from those taking action toward the opportunities this Green Fund program offers the campus community in reaching its goals to lead and rank in sustainability achievements. We were very impressed with the number of applications submitted this year as well as the proposals themselves.

“There are many with energy efficiency improvements, research toward capturing energy loss through innovative modeling and a wide range of unique projects, with many involving student engagement. We encourage the campus community to already begin thinking ahead about ideas for creative sustainability changes they can propose for campus and plan to apply for green fund grants in the future.”

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The 2024 projects are receiving a total of $172,994, officials announced on Earth Day, April 22. With the addition of the latest round of funding, the university has now awarded nearly $3.64 million to 340 sustainability projects . The funding for the grants comes from a student Green Fee of about $10 per semester, adopted in 2009 as the result of a student-led initiative.

Sustainability projects chosen for Green Fund grants this spring are:

• Sustainable agriculture collaboration and education initiative, Rachel Miller, Student Sustainable Farm manager/researcher, $39,288. The funding will ensure the farm has year-round management to maintain its educational, functional and collaborative efforts, missions and goals.
• Oxygen generator and natural gas booster system installation/connection, Jiyong Lee , glass program in the School of Art and Design , $31,000. As part of ongoing efforts to make improvements in the operation of the high-energy-use glass-blowing studio, the funds will be used to install an oxygen generator and natural gas booster in the space in the Pulliam Education Building, allowing the glass studio to eliminate the purchase of oxygen and propane gas and delivery and to reduce energy costs.
• Development of sustainable laboratory setups for Robotics and Control Laboratory , Arash Komaee , associate professor in the School of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering , $17,400. Komaee will lead a team including three undergraduate students and a doctoral student in designing a collection of laboratory setups with minimal use of non-eco-friendly materials and to manufacture them with biodegradable 3D printing materials for research and instructional purposes.
• Living wall regeneration, Karen Midden , horticulture professor emerita, and Jennifer Z. Matthews , assistant instructor in interior design , $15,800 to replace the worn living wall system in the Agriculture Building with a new, simpler system. The current wall was created by Midden and installed by students in 2012 as a Green Fund project with guidance from two New York professionals, but the felt-style system needs to be replaced, and the new modular, grid-based tray system will be easier to maintain.
• SIU Bike Fix It additions and repair, Andrew White, geography and environmental resources major , $10,200. The grant will be used to add two new bike repair stations to campus and make repairs at existing stations.
• Simulation of in-campus power distribution network at SIU, Bishal Lamichhane, doctoral student in the School of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering , $10,000. Lamichhane will use a hardware in the loop (HIL) simulation of a medium voltage power distribution network for SIU to access the status of protection coordination and power flows for the distribution lines to identify any potential loss-incurring sections.
• Digital twin model of SIU water distribution system for sustainable water asset management, Sangmin Shin , assistant professor in the School of Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering , $9,804. The funds will improve the water and energy efficiency at SIU’S Evergreen Terrace water distribution system by mapping and providing a digital twin model to simulate and visualize the system’s performance for water flow, pressure, pipe aging and energy use, thus advancing the information and monitoring capacity of SIU’s Facilities and Energy Management.
• Native pawpaw orchard with living mulch ground cover, Kaitlyn Lamaster , horticulture instructor in the School of Forestry and Horticulture , $9,273. The pawpaw is the largest native fruit in North America, and this grant will fund groundbreaking research and trial work to gauge the potential for commercial productivity via a pawpaw cultivar trial at the SIU Student Sustainable Farm.
• Student Center LED spotlight conversion, Jonathan Newlin, Student Center technical director, $8,549. The grant will allow the replacement of old, inefficient, halogen spotlights in the Student Center ballrooms with new, energy-efficient LED lighting.
• (Sustainable) Saluki Food Pantry , Olivia Stearns, graduate assistant for the food pantry and Master of Public Health student, $7,577. The grant will be used to help the pantry in its goal of addressing food insecurity by creating a more sustainable framework by reducing food waste through increased electronic documentation and promoting the use of reusable bags.
• At the Student Center , four existing traditional water drinking fountains will be upgraded to feature water bottle refill stations, and two refill stations will be placed in the John Corker Lounge, which services the ballrooms, Kent Epplin, Student Center director, $5,790.
• New station in the School of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering , Shannon Oxendine, office manager, $2,400.
• Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center trail graduate assistant, Erik Oberg , program director of logistics, $3,500. The funding will provide for hiring a graduate student to identify, coordinate and implement sustainable trail maintenance and improvement projects and coordinate volunteer opportunities and projects related to TON trails and programs.
• Sustainable farming and butterfly garden, Students Embracing Nature, Sustainability and the Environment (SENSE) registered student organization , Morgan Schmitt, a senior geography and environmental resources major , and Marsen Fisher, a senior zoology major , $1,575. The Student Sustainable Farm gave SENSE eight raised beds to plant and grow sustainable crops beginning this fall, and the group plans to use the grant to plant a butterfly garden around the beds as well as to increase awareness and education about the ecosystem of sustainable farming.
• Papermaking with recycled materials, Stephanie Dukat, Craft Shop coordinator, $838. The Student Center Craft Shop will use the grant for a papermaking workshop series using recycled materials and the Craft Shop’s Hollander beater and paper press to allow participants to create handmade paper for personal stationery or art making by upcycling materials such as cotton, denim, scrap paper and cardboard.

Additional awards

The sustainability celebration also included the presentation of awards to recognize SIU’s 2024 Environmental Ambassadors. SIU students earn this award by donating at least 30 hours for community service to environment-related endeavors:

• Maelin Abbott-Rinehart, a senior recreation professions major with concentration in therapeutic recreation/recreational therapy from Louisville, Illinois .
• Keyla Aguilar, a master’s degree student in plant, soil and agricultural systems , from Waukegan, Illinois.
• Bharath Chintada, a master’s degree student in electrical and computer engineering , from Hyderabad, India .
• Sarah Depa, a senior zoology major with specialization in animal biology , from Arlington Heights, Illinois.
• Marsden Fisher, a senior zoology /pre-veterinarian major, from Yorkville, Illinois.
• Rockette Jaros, a research graduate assistant at the STEM Education Research Center , from Carbondale, Illinois.
• Olivia Larrison, a junior forestry major with forestry recreation and park management specialization , from Metropolis, Illinois.
• Elizabeth Lewinski, a junior recreation professions major with concentration in therapeutic recreation/recreational therapy , from Rockford, Illinois.
• Ethan Little, a senior recreation professions major , from Murphysboro, Illinois .
• Chaya Rice, a junior geography and environmental resources major , from Huntington Beach, California .
• Santonio Resonno, a senior zoology major with specialization in wildlife biology and conservation , from Louis, Missouri .

SENSE was also honored for its dedication, work and efforts.

In addition, the Sustainability Office recognized several other people from campus and the community for their assistance and efforts to promote SIU “green” efforts:

• Angie Kuehl, Jackson County Health Department recycling coordinator.
• Rachel Miller, SIU Student Sustainable Farm manager/researcher.
• Steve Gariepy, STEM Education Research Center experiential education specialist.
• Elizabeth Donoghue, University Honors Program assistant director.
• Larry Dunlap-Berg, STEM Education Research Center
• Christi Mathis, University Communications and Marketing public information associate.
• Jill Johnson, University Housing culinary worker.

To learn more about SIU’s award-winning commitment to sustainability and green initiatives, visit sustainability.siu.edu . 

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SIUE Graduate School Presents Research Grants to Outstanding Students

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate School is pleased to announce the spring 2024 Research Grants for Graduate Students (RGGS) award recipients.

The awards, valued at up to $500 each, support the research and creative activities of 39 graduate students studying in the College of Arts and Sciences and Schools of Pharmacy, Engineering and Education, Health and Human Behavior.

“By conducting original research and creative activities, graduate students at SIUE learn and demonstrate expertise in their field, “said Jerry Weinberg, PhD, associate provost for research and dean of the Graduate School. “Their projects can be impactful to their field of study as well as benefit communities throughout the region and beyond. The Research Grants for Graduate Students program recognizes the project’s potential contribution and provides the students with necessary resources to conduct the work.”

Faculty advisors oversee the students’ individual research or creative activity. The primary purpose of the RGGS program is to support the graduate students’ work, particularly as it relates to their thesis or final project.

The spring 2024 RGGS projects are listed on the Research Grants webpage . A sampling of projects are listed below.

• Synergistic Effects of Road Salt and Invasive Leaf Litter on Amphibian Community Dynamics (Amanda Montgomery, Biological Sciences; Faculty Advisor: Thomas Anderson, PhD)
• The Relationship between Athletes’ Divergent Thinking and Coaching Style (Mariano Rayon, Kinesiology – Exercise & Sport Psychology; Faculty Advisor: Lindsay Ross-Stewart, PhD)
• Multi-Residue Environmental Antibiotic and Sunscreen Component Analysis via HPLC-MS/MS and HPLC-PDA: Method Optimization and Transfer (Noah Hanratty, Chemistry; Faculty Advisor: Kevin Tucker, PhD)
• Experimental Post-Tensioning Effect on Behavior of Damaged and Undamaged Steel-Concrete Composite Beams under Low and High Cyclic Fatigue (Prakash Gajurel, Civil Engineering; Faculty Advisor: Alaaeldin Elsisi, PhD)
• Time-dependent Vitamin-B12 Blood Analysis of Mice Chronically Treated with Pantoprazole (Praise Ibukunoluwa Fawehinmi, Pharmaceutical Sciences; Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kenneth Witt, PhD)
• Determination of Behavioral and Developmental Toxicity of Perflurooctane Sulfonate on Circadian Rhythm using Fruit Flies and Planarian (Emily Beiler, Environmental Sciences; Faculty Advisor: Kyong-Sup Yoon, PhD)
• Addressing Spatial Resolution Challenges in Microscale Urban Remote Sensing for UHI Green Infrastructure Mapping (Iyanuoluwa Emmanuel Fatunmbi, Geography; Faculty Advisor: Shannon McCarragher, PhD)
• Survivors of Commercial Sex Trafficking: A Case Study of Bangladesh Intertwined with an Ethnographical and Netnographic Portrayal of Poverty (Nataha Israt Kabir, Sociology; Faculty Advisor: Corey Stevens, PhD)
• Analyzing the Impact of Climatic Factors on Predictive Models for Assessing the Risk of Parkinson’s Disease (Akosua Cobbina, Industrial Engineering; Faculty Advisor: Sinan Onal, PhD) PHOTO : Hadis Ghasemi, MS Chemistry student and former recipient of an RGGS award, presents her research at the Graduate School Spring Research Symposium.

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Three Annenberg Doctoral Candidates Awarded 2024 Sachs Program Grants

Azsaneé Truss, Cienna Davis, and Melissa B. Skolnick-Noguera were all awarded funding for creative projects from the Sachs Program for Arts Innovation.

By Gillian Duffalo

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The Sachs Program for Arts Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania has announced that Annenberg School doctoral candidates Azsaneé Truss, Cienna Davis, and Melissa B. Skolnick-Noguera are awardees of its 2024 Student Grants .

The Sachs Program offers grants to support students in their creative pursuits and promote broader access to the arts. These grants are designed to empower students to develop and lead ambitious projects, ranging from performances and exhibitions to collaborative events.

Azsaneé Truss

Truss’s project, entitled " Conspi(racism) ," is a short film exploring the culturally specific roots and logics of conspiracy theorizing amongst Black Americans via glimpses of an intimate conversation at a listening party and an exploration of the archives of the crack epidemic.

Her film will be grounded by a listening party: a gathering where Black people will listen to music related to the crack conspiracy and have discussions elicited by each song. Using the content from conversations, Truss plans to drive a deep dive into archives related to the crack epidemic and its surrounding conspiracy.

The project will include explorations of community-based sites of preservation throughout Philadelphia, such as The Colored Girls Museum, the KyKy Archives, and the Black Culture Museum. 

At Annenberg, Truss's dissertation project studies conspiracy theorizing in Black American art and media. Truss is academically committed to understanding what sorts of knowledge exist outside of the written word, attempting to understand how multimodal forms might have more to offer in the way of liberatory knowledge production processes.

Cienna Davis

Davis’s project, " (Digit)al Dread," considers both touch and technology as methods to explore Black hair care practice. 

Davis explains: “The project will result in a physical assemblage that uses Black hair care practices (braiding, twisting, locking, etc.) to merge afro-hair with various items and materials associated with electronic technologies and diasporic memories. The assemblage will be interactive, allowing Black femmes to use their own hair to plug into the installation — hearing stories, touching memories, and smelling scents that invoke the kind of sacred, communicative technology of Black hair care practice.”

The project has three phases: a visit to the e-waste village Agbogbloshie in Accura, Ghana where Davis will collect e-waste materials and connect with local laborers and hair braiders; field work in Berlin with fellow artists that will include a focus group on Black hair care in the 21st century; and an installation at the opening of the Transnational Feminist Networks Symposium that Davis is organizing with fellow graduate students at Annenberg.

At Annenberg, Davis utilizes performance ethnography to engage Afro-textured hair as language and communication network. She is interested in digital embodiment and transnational Black feminist modes of techno-vernacular creativity.

Her research examines the role of digital technology and the Internet in transforming processes of racialization and racial identity formation.

Melissa B. Skolnick-Noguera

Skolnick-Noguera's project, " Philadelphia Artists & Culture Keepers: A Digital Media Project,"  will highlight the stories of Latine and Black artists who use their creative work alongside social change in the Philadelphia region.

At Annenberg, she investigates the cultural arts network in Philadelphia, and how praxis and discourse impacts politics and policy. While doing her dissertation research, she saw a need to document the creative projects and visionary solutions BIPOC artists are developing that mainstream media institutions fail to highlight.

As a Latina daughter of an immigrant, she is part of communities that are often at the forefront of arts/culture and social change, yet these narratives are often invisibilized, she says.

Skolnick-Noguera sees this project is an opportunity to make research more accessible outside of academia and as a tool for advocating for more sustainable cultural equity in the Philadelphia region.

"Philadelphia Artists & Culture Keepers"   is part of a wider digital archival project Skolnick-Noguera is working on that will visually show the artists in their element, providing a cinéma vérité look into their environments. 

• Visual Communication

Research Areas

• Culture & Media

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