The Austrian Development Scholarships for 2026 are fully funded scholarships that enable international students to study in Austria. Offered by the Austrian Government, these scholarships cover a range of expenses, allowing students to focus on their academic pursuits without financial burdens.

  • 🌍 Eligibility: Scholarships available for students from ADC priority countries (Ethiopia, Uganda, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Palestinian Territories, Georgia, Armenia, Moldova) and other developing countries on the OECD DAC List. Age limit: 35 years.
  • 🎓 Program: Diploma Course at the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITH), including:
    • General Module
    • Professional Module: Hospitality Management or Tourism Management
    • Elective: Entrepreneurship or Teacher Training
  • 💰 Scholarship Coverage: Tuition fees, course materials, health insurance, food on school days, excursions, social events, monthly pocket money, partial accommodation costs.
  • ❌ Not Covered: Full accommodation costs (€1,500 deposit + fee), flight tickets, visa fees (€160 for 8-month residence permit), entry visa (Visa D) fees.
  • 📝 Application Procedure:
    • Collect information from ITH website or Austrian consulate/embassy
    • Submit application via www.ith-salzburg.at (Sept 2025 – Jan 6, 2026)
    • Confirmation email received upon submission
    • Results announced by April 2026; scholarship awardees receive acceptance letter
  • 📌 Application Tips:
    • Complete online form accurately with all required documents
    • Translate documents into English or German if needed
    • Include working email and phone number, check regularly
    • Submit before January 6, 2026
    • Follow ITH admission and visa requirements
    • Clarify doubts with ITH office or Austrian embassy
    • Highlight motivation and eligibility in letter/video
  • 📅 Important Dates:
    • Application deadline: January 6, 2026
    • Course start: September 7, 2026
    • Course end: May 30, 2027
    • Visa application: After receiving acceptance letter in April 2026
  • ⚠️ Selection: Limited scholarships; highly competitive, only complete applications considered.

Designation

Scholarship for Diploma Courses in Hospitality and Tourism Management

Research Area

  • Hospitality Management
  • Tourism Management

Location

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Austria

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Applicants must be from ADC (Austrian Development Cooperation) priority countries or other developing countries.
  • Age should be between 18 to 35 years.
  • Relevant diploma or academic qualifications in a related field may be required.

Job Description

The scholarship covers the following financial benefits for successful applicants:

  • Tuition fees
  • Accommodation
  • Monthly stipend
  • Flight tickets
  • Health insurance
  • Food provisions (Monday to Sunday)
  • Excursions (excluding field trips to ITB Berlin)

How to Apply

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Interested candidates should apply online for the Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship 2026. Detailed application instructions and requirements can be found on the official scholarship website.

Last Date for Apply

The last date to apply for the Austrian Development Scholarships is 6th January 2026.

For more information and to initiate your application, please refer to the official link provided on the scholarship page.

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