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Danube Private University

Austria • Founded 2009

Updated May 2026 · Source: danube-private-university.at

Overview

English Name: Danube Private University
Acronyms: DPU
Founded: 2009
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private

Established in 2009, Danube Private University runs as a private university in Krems-Stein, Austria. The institution functions as a higher-education provider.

Danube Private University's academic profile: it teaches across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, is organised into several faculties and runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Geographic and contact information for Danube Private University is listed below.

Address: Steiner Landstraße 124
Postal Code: 3500

Academic Details

The numbers behind Danube Private University: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.

Accrediting Agency: Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria)
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (Reifezeugnis), written entrance examination and interview.

Faculties & Divisions

Danube Private University's faculties and the subjects each covers are listed below.

Dentristy (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Dental Hygiene
  • Dentistry
Division of Communication and Medicine (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Communication Arts
  • Journalism
Medicine (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Dentistry
  • Medicine

Programs Offered

All active programmes at Danube Private University are listed by degree level.

7 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Austria

Scholarships in Austria

Financial-aid options for studying in Austria, applicable across institutions including Danube Private University.

Ernst Mach Follow-up Grant
OeAD - Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation · Government funded · International students
Follow-up grant for a further research stay in Austria. Amount not stated on the source page.
Ernst Mach Grant - ASEA-UNINET
OeAD - Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation · Government funded · International students
Scholarships for full PhD studies (up to 36 months), post-doc research stays (4 to 6 months) and music practice studies (up to 9 months) at an ASEA-UNINET member university in Austria.
Ernst Mach Grant - worldwide
OeAD - Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation · Government funded · International students
Grant for a research or study stay of 1 to 9 months at a university in Austria; extensions are not possible. Amount not stated on the source page.
Ernst Mach Grant for Studying at an FH
OeAD - Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation · Government funded · International students
Grant for a 4 to 10 month stay at an Austrian University of Applied Sciences; extensions are not possible. Amount not stated on the source page.
Franz Werfel Fellowship
OeAD - Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation · Government funded · International students · Combined
Fellowship of 4 to 9 months including financial and material follow-up support, promoting research and teaching in Austrian literature.
ÖH Sozialfonds Hardship Grant
ÖH Sozialfonds (Austrian Students' Union Social Fund) · Other funded · International students
One-off support payment for ÖH members in a special financial emergency, available once every 12 months. Amount not stated on the source page.
Studienbeihilfe (State Study Grant)
Studienbeihilfenbehörde (Austrian Study Grant Authority) · Government funded · 787 EUR per monthly · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Means-tested state study grant; the maximum is EUR 9,444 per year (EUR 787 per month) for 2026/27, with supplements of EUR 161 monthly per child, EUR 324 monthly from age 24 and a further EUR 40 monthly from age 27.

How to apply to Danube Private University

A five-step guide to applying to Danube Private University.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Danube Private University offers 7 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Each programme at Danube Private University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Apply directly via Danube Private University's online portal at www.danube-private-university.at. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Danube Private University

Quick answers to common questions about Danube Private University.

When did Danube Private University open?

Danube Private University traces its founding to 2009 (approximately 17 years ago).

In which city is Danube Private University?

Danube Private University is based in Krems-Stein, Austria.

What is Danube Private University's control type?

It is a private higher-education institution.

What qualification levels does Danube Private University offer?

Danube Private University offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.

Is Danube Private University accredited?

The institution holds recognition from Agency for Quality Assurance and Accreditation Austria (Agentur für Qualitätssicherung und Akkreditierung Austria).

What is Danube Private University's official website?

You can find Danube Private University online at www.danube-private-university.at.

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