You can study in Austria with a fully funded scholarship designed for international students interested in pursuing a diploma course. Applications are now open for the Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship for the academic year 2025/26 at the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITH) in Salzburg. This scholarship covers a 9-month program and is part of a partnership between the ADC and ITH University, aimed at providing financial support to students. This excellent program can pave the way for a successful career in the tourism and hospitality sector, which offers numerous job opportunities worldwide, including positions in five-star hotels, resorts, restaurants, and other hospitality enterprises. Below are additional details regarding the scholarship requirements and application process.

Details About Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship 2025/26

• Host Country: Austria
• Location: Salzburg
• University Name: ITH
• Degree Level: Diploma
• Deadline: 16th March 2025

Financial Benefits

The Scholarship Covers:

• Tuition fee
• Course Material
• Health Insurance
• Food on school days
• Excursions and Social events
• Monthly pocket Money
• Partial costs of accommodation

What is Included in the Diploma Course?

• A General Module
• A Professional Module: Hospitality Management or Tourism Management
• An Elective: Entrepreneurship or Teacher Training

Duration of the Course

Planned Duration of the Diploma Course: September 8, 2025 – May  31, 2026. The Duration is 9 Months approximately.

Eligibility Criteria

• The Scholarship is open to applicants from ADC’s Priority Countries and to Students from developing countries (Students from developing countries are eligible).
• ADC Priority Countries are Ethiopia, Uganda, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Bhutan, Palestinian Territories, Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova.
• To be eligible, you must be 35 years old or younger.
• The Course will begin in September 2025.
• The Results will be announced in May 2025.

How to Apply for the Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship 2025/26?

Apply online. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted. The Link to the official website is below.