2025/26 Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship (Funded)
Check out this awesome chance to study in Austria with a fully funded scholarship! International students can apply for a Diploma Course at ITH University. The applications are now open for the Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship for the 2025/26 academic year. This scholarship covers everything for 9 months while you pursue your Diploma at the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITH) in beautiful Salzburg, Austria.


The 2025/26 Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship offers an incredible opportunity for students from developing countries to pursue their academic ambitions in Austria. Funded by the Austrian government, this scholarship aims to promote international collaboration and capacity building by providing financial support to talented individuals. Recipients will benefit from a world-class education while gaining insights into sustainable development practices and innovative solutions. Through this initiative, scholars will not only enhance their academic qualifications but also engage with diverse cultures and foster networks that can contribute to their home countries' development. This scholarship program exemplifies Austria's commitment to global partnership and development, aiming to empower the next generation of leaders dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities. Applications are encouraged from motivated individuals ready to take on this transformative journey.
Financial Perks
What the Scholarship Includes:
Tuition fees
Course materials
Health insurance
Meals on school days
Field trips and social activities
Monthly allowance
Partial accommodation costs
Info on the Austrian Development Cooperation Scholarship 2025/26
Host Country: Austria
Location: Salzburg
University: ITH
Degree Level: Diploma
Application Deadline: March 16, 2025
Course Duration
The Diploma Course is set to run from September 8, 2025, to May 31, 2026, lasting about 9 months.
What’s Covered in the Diploma Course?
A General Module
A Professional Module: Choose between Hospitality Management or Tourism Management
An Elective: Pick either Entrepreneurship or Teacher Training
Who Can Apply?
This scholarship is available for applicants from ADC’s Priority Countries and students from developing nations. The Priority Countries include Ethiopia, Uganda, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Bhutan, Palestinian Territories, Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova.
To qualify, you need to be 35 years old or younger.
Classes kick off in September 2025, and results will be shared in May 2025.