Medical University of Graz Fully Funded Scholarship in Austria 2026

Applications are now open for the fully funded Medical University of Graz PhD Scholarship 2026 in Austria for international students. This opportunity provides a 3-year doctoral program (1-year initial + 2-year extension) covering tuition, health insurance, visa support, and social benefits.

The PhD program at Med Uni Graz is highly interdisciplinary and offers research projects in cancer biology, immunology, lipid metabolism, cardiovascular science, and aging. Applicants from all nationalities are welcome.

Summary

1. Host Country: Austria
2. Institution: Medical University of Graz
3. Level of Study: PhD (Postgraduate)
4. Eligible Countries: All Countries
5. Duration: 3 years (1-year initial + 2-year extension)
6. Funding Type: Fully Funded
7. Coverage: Living stipend, health insurance, visa support, social benefits
8. Fields of Study: Cancer Research, Immunology, Lipid Metabolism, Cardiovascular Research, Aging
9. Deadline: September 10, 2025

Eligibility Criteria for Medical University of Graz Fully Funded Scholarship in Austria 2026

To be considered for the Medical University of Graz Scholarship in Austria 2026, you must:

1. Hold a Master’s degree (or near completion by September 2025) in natural sciences, life sciences, or medicine, with a written Master’s thesis
2. Students who have not yet finished their Master’s degree can apply but must graduate by September 2025.
3. Be highly proficient in English (a language certificate is not required during application but must be submitted before admission).

Benefits of Medical University of Graz Fully Funded Scholarship in Austria 2026

The Medical University of Graz Scholarship in Austria 2025 offers the following benefits for selected candidates:

1. Fully Funded PhD Contract: 30 hours/week for 3 years (1-year initial + 2-year extension), including health insurance and social benefits
2. Language: English (high proficiency required; certificate to be provided before final admission)
3. Visa Support: Comprehensive support from the Welcome Center for visa and residence permit applications
4. Academic Environment: Join an interdisciplinary research community with modern infrastructure, expert supervision, and administrative backing.

How to Apply

To apply for the Medical University of Graz Scholarship 2026 in Austria, interested and qualified candidates should use the button below to submit their applications.

1. Apply for admission to any one of the available research projects at Med Uni Graz.
2. You do not need to contact the supervisors directly, and do not send any documents by regular mail or e-mail unless you are explicitly asked to do so by our staff.
3. Following the initial review of submitted applications, selected candidates will receive invitations for online pre-interviews during calendar week 38.

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Application Deadline:

September 10, 2025

Application Link(s)

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