Colleges & Universities in Austria

FH Oberösterreich

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world rank  1918

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Overview

Founded in 1993, the FH Oberösterreich (University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Wels (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Upper Austria. This institution also has a branch campus in Hagenberg and Steyr. Officially recognized by the Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria (Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria), FH Oberösterreich (FH OÖ) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Austrian higher education institution. FH Oberösterreich (FH OÖ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 31-year-old Austrian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. FH OÖ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

FH Oberösterreich's Control Typepublic

Entity

FH Oberösterreich's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

FH Oberösterreich' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

FH Oberösterreich's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym FH OÖ
Founded 1993
Motto
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University Location

Address Franz-Fritsch-Strasse 11/3
Wels
4600 Upper Austria
Austria
FH Oberösterreich's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
FH Oberösterreich Phone Number (50) 804-10
FH Oberösterreich Fax Number (50) 804 11900
Other locations Hagenberg and Steyr

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of FH Oberösterreich is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify FH Oberösterreich's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of FH Oberösterreich categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at FH Oberösterreich.



FH Oberösterreich: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

FH Oberösterreich's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


FH Oberösterreich's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


FH Oberösterreich's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


FH Oberösterreich's Admission Office Admission Office

Franz-Fritsch- Strasse 11/3
Wels 4600
(50) 804 10


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

FH Oberösterreich's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


FH Oberösterreich's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


FH Oberösterreich's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


FH Oberösterreich's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


FH Oberösterreich's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


FH Oberösterreich's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


FH Oberösterreich's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


FH Oberösterreich is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


FH Oberösterreich's Library University Library

Yes Visit FH Oberösterreich's Library


FH Oberösterreich's Housing University Housing

Yes


FH Oberösterreich's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


FH Oberösterreich's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


FH Oberösterreich's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


FH Oberösterreich's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


FH Oberösterreich's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


FH Oberösterreich's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


FH Oberösterreich's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


FH Oberösterreich's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

FH Oberösterreich is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1994


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important FH Oberösterreich's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important FH Oberösterreich's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Österreichische Fachhochschul-Konferenz (FHK)
  • European University Association (EUA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of FH Oberösterreich's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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FH Oberösterreich's Facebook page review

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

FH Oberösterreich's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

n.a.


Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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