Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships 2026-2027

Apply for the Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships in Austria with up to €21,000 tuition coverage per year. Open to international students pursuing undergraduate or master’s programs in any field. It sets no nationality restriction, so Nigerian applicants are eligible on that point.

Offered by Webster Vienna Private University Last checked 13 Oct 2026
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For Nigerian applicants

The award states no nationality restriction, which means a Nigerian applicant is eligible on that point. This is masters funding, so you would be applying with B.Sc, B.A, B.Eng, LLB, MBBS or HND. An English test (TOEFL) is mentioned in the requirements. Many Nigerian graduates are waived on a medium-of-instruction letter, but that is the university's decision, not the award's — confirm it before booking.

Great news for ambitious students! Applications are now open for the Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships, offering substantial tuition support for international undergraduate and master’s students. This article outlines the scholarship benefits, eligibility, and application process.

The Webster Vienna Scholarships 2026-2027 are partially funded awards covering up to €21,000 per academic year. Designed to ease financial barriers, these scholarships aim to help students achieve academic excellence while pursuing their studies at one of Austria’s leading international universities.

Webster Vienna provides various financial aid options, including scholarships and student loans, to ensure qualified students have the resources needed for success. Applicants are guided through the eligibility requirements and application process to maximize their chances of securing funding.

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Undergraduate / Master’s
  • Institution: Webster Vienna Private University
  • Host Country: Austria
  • Fields of Study: All available courses at the university
  • Program Duration: 4 years
  • Application Deadlines: May 31 / November 30

Scholarship Coverage

Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships are of the following types:

Webster Vienna Scholarships: This scholarship provide up to 7,000 € Award Per Academic year for masters and up to 10,000 € Award Per Academic year for undergraduate.

Borealis Social Scholarship: This scholarship covers 21,000 Euros of tuition per academic year.

Borealis Excellence Award: This scholarship provide 10,000 € Award Per Academic year.

Eligibility Criteria for Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships

To qualify for Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships, candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements below:

  • Required Language: English
  • Eligible Countries: All world countries

Webster Vienna Scholarships:

  • Students must have Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • You must have minimum B2 English proficiency
  • You should have financial need
  • You should write good essay and recommendations
  • You should be newly accepted undergraduate student starting in Fall 2022

Borealis Social Scholarship:

  • Eligible students should have achieved a cumulative academic GPA (Grade Point Average) between 3.5 and 4.0 on a scale of 4.0;
  • The student must be accepted into the undergraduate program in accordance with the standard admissions requirements of Webster Vienna Private University;
  • The Scholarship student must be enrolled full-time and may begin their first year of study in the Fall semester 2024;
  • Proven English proficiency of the scholarship student is crucial: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), IELTS, or Cambridge Advanced Certificate (CAE) scores are required prior to admission if it is not established that the student is a native English speaker; and
  • Students accepted on probation or those who need to take ESLG (English as a second language) classes are not eligible

Borealis Excellence Award:

  • Eligible students have to demonstrate outstanding academic excellence and must hold and maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) between 3.8 and 4.0 (on a scale of 4.0) after completing their first academic year at Webster Vienna;
  • Extra-curricular activities in relation to the studies (contests, events, meet-ups, etc.) will be evaluated during the selection procedure;
  • The student must be accepted into the undergraduate program in accordance with the standard admissions requirements of Webster Vienna Private University; and
  • The Scholarship student must be enrolled full-time. Full-time students complete a minimum of 12 credits per semester.

How to apply for Webster Vienna Private University Scholarships?

Please follow the following instructions to apply for this scholarship:

(1) Please request our online scholarship application form to start your scholarship application from the Admissions Office or the Scholarship Coordinator.

(2) You will be asked to upload the following documents, which we recommend you to prepare before you start filling out the online application form:

  • Your acceptance letter, to prove that you have been accepted to a full degree program a
  • Financial motivation letter. This should be a document written by the applicant explaining his or her financial background, how the scholarship would help finance her/his education and why she or he deserves the scholarship.
  • Official financial documents (officially translated into English if not in English) such as salary slips, employer or pension confirmation of respective net earnings. All amounts must be stated iEURUR. If not, please convert the amounts intEURUR and indicate which rate was used. No bank account statements are accepted. In case of self-employment, please submit the company information and an official letter stating net earnings (iEURUR).

An original essay in English on one of the two topics provided below:

  • Many students at Webster Vienna Private University have cultural heritage, skill, or talent that defines them and enriches the lives of their peers. If you hold such an interest or have a unique background, please share more in a 1000-1200-word essay; or
  • Many believe that we learn from our mistakes. In a 1,000-1,200-word essay, describe a situation or experience where you learned from failure. Explain the situation, what actions you took, and how you learned from this experience.

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Details quoted from the award's published terms, last reviewed 13 Oct 2026. Deadlines and amounts change between cycles — confirm on the official website before you apply.