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IB Curriculum International Schools in Austria

Compare 20 IB Curriculum international schools in Austria. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 20,046), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
20
Curricula
9
Average annual fee
EUR 20,046
Fee range
EUR 930 – 75,800
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (19 schools)
Average school size
527 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Vienna International School
Oldest
Sacré Coeur Riedenburg International School (1855)
With boarding
5
About international schools in Austria

Families looking at IB international schools in Austria will find most provision concentrated in Vienna with additional IB schools in regional centres such as Salzburg, Graz and Innsbruck; the group is notable for offering the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP and DP) across a range of day and a few boarding settings. Most schools teach in English, but German is commonly taught from the early years and several schools run bilingual German - English streams to help children integrate into local life. Fees vary by age, campus and services: in Vienna typical annual tuition centres around €13,000 with many schools charging between roughly €10,000 and €27,000, and families should also allow for one-off enrollment or capital assessment charges, lunches, transport and activity levies. The admissions rhythm follows the Austrian school year (main intake at the August/September start), with application windows opening in the autumn and winter for September entry and rolling or mid-year places kept for diplomatic and relocating families.

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9 international schools in Vienna

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2 international schools in Linz

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2 international schools in Graz

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2 international schools in Salzburg

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1 international school in Kufstein

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1 international school in St. Polten

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1 international school in Bregenz

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1 international school in Krumbach

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1 international school in Innsbruck

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FAQs for Austria

Which IB programmes do these schools offer and at what ages?
Most international schools in Austria that describe themselves as IB schools deliver one or more parts of the IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early and primary years, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for lower secondary, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for the two-year pre-university phase; a small number also offer the Career-related Programme. Programme availability varies by school, so check each school’s authorised programmes and the exact age ranges they serve.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Tuition levels vary widely by school and by age group; in Vienna the typical annual figure sits in the low-to-mid five-figure euro range with many schools charging roughly €10,000 - €27,000 per year, while smaller regional schools are often lower. In addition to published tuition expect one-off application or enrollment fees, possible capital assessment levies, charges for school lunches, transport, extracurricular trips and exam or IB registration fees - ask each school for a full, current fee schedule before you finalise your budget.
When should we apply and what paperwork do schools normally ask for?
The main intake aligns with the Austrian academic year so families aiming for September entry should begin enquiries in the preceding autumn and winter; many schools set a ‘best consideration’ window and issue offers in the late winter or spring, while rolling admissions are commonly used for mid-year places. Schools commonly request an online application form, recent school reports, proof of identity, immunisation/health records, references, age-appropriate assessment or interview and any documentation about special educational needs or English language support requirements.
Is instruction in English and will my child be supported to learn German?
Most IB international schools in Austria teach primarily in English, but German is usually offered as a modern language from the early years and several schools run bilingual German - English programmes or structured German support to help children settle into the city and the local community. If your aim is to integrate into Austrian schools or later study in German, check how much German tuition, graded assessment in German and certification the school provides.
Does an IB Diploma give access to Austrian universities?
Yes - the IB Diploma is widely recognised by Austrian universities and is accepted as a secondary-school leaving qualification for admission, but individual courses may require specific subject coverage or a proof of German language ability for programmes taught in German. Families should check the entry rules for the particular university and degree programme of interest, and whether additional language tests or subject prerequisites are required.