Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU)
Program Details
| Program Location | Vienna, Austria |
| Sponsor | Purdue |
| Program Type | Exchange |
| Course # | SA 20192 |
| Duration | Semester |
| Upcoming Program Dates | |
| To Be Announced | |
| Current Program Dates | |
| Spring 2024 | 02/26/24 to 06/29/24 |
| Past Dates | |
| Fall 2022 | 09/14/22 to 12/23/22 |
| Page Links | |
| Overview | Purdue Credit |
| Eligibility | Academics |
| Housing | Program Costs |
| Financial Aid | Deadline |
| Returnee Info | Resources |
Click here to apply for this program!
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Central Learning Center
The Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) is the largest economics and business university in the European Union. It is known for its comprehensive selection of fields and numerous specializations in teaching and research. The campus is located within a 30-minute metro ride from the center of Vienna.
For more program information, please visit the program website.
Eligibility
Vienna skyline
The program is open to Purduestudents in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit available from the following: [College of Liberal Arts] [Daniels School of Business]
Specifically from: SLC (CLA)
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
Language of Instruction: English
Semester Course Load: 30 ECTS (15 Purdue Credit Hours)
Vienna University of Economics and Business is considered one of the best business schools in Europe and can claim triple crown accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
WU offers over 200 courses taught in English.
Housing
After admission to WU, students choose from a number of student residence halls within easy reach of the campus by metro.
Estimated Program Costs
Students should carefully notewhatcosts need to bepaid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at theoverseas study location.This will varyby program.
Participants in this exchange program pay a student association fee of 20 Euros per semester that is not covered by the tuition waiver.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Spring 2023
| Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue | |
|---|---|
| You will pay Purdue Tuition | Check Tuition |
| Program Fee | $0.00 |
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) | $32.00 |
| Approximate additional costs per semester | ||
|---|---|---|
| To be paid by the student. | ||
| Round-trip Airfare | $1,300.00 | |
| Housing | $3,000.00 | |
| Local Transportation | $200.00 | |
| Visa | $200.00 | |
| Books and Supplies | $250.00 | |
| Meals | $2,500.00 | |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $0.00 - $3,000.00 | |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) | $175.00 | |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
direct financial aid inquiries to the Division of Financial Aid on the West Lafayette campus;
consult website Study Abroad Financial Aid Process;
complete and submit the FAFSA by the appropriate deadline.
NOTE: Recipients ofcertain tuition remission andscholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or bythe application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure aplace in a program,apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application,a My Study Abroadaccount is created.Applicants shouldconsultthis page oftentocheck on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline | |
|---|---|
| Most Fall Semester Programs | Mar 1 |
| Most Spring Semester Programs | Sep 15 |
Returnees Information
Schoenbrunn Palace and Gardens
Click below to search forPurdue studentswhohave participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, youcan use the search form to find people whostudied inthe country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed belowcontain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
- Program Website
- Search Google(tm)*
- Department of State Consular Information
(You must find Austria in list) - CDC Travel Information (You must find Austria in list)
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383 or email studyabroad@purdue.edu.
