Admissions
How to apply for Senior High at VES.
How to apply
Contact the school office to discuss the intended entry year and availability. The admission process includes a meeting with the director and a simple placement test.
Complete the High School application form and send it with the latest school report to reception@ves.at. Senior High years are labelled High School 5–8 on the form, corresponding to Years 9–12.
Ask about applyingFees
Senior High fees for 2026/27. The annual base is €16,880. The first-year total is €18,075, including the one-time €1,195 application fee. We send payment details with your invoice.
| Charge | Per semester | Annual total |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | € 8.100 | € 16.200 |
| Materials | € 215 | € 430 |
| Field trips | € 125 | € 250 |
| Base total | € 8.440 | € 16.880 |
| Application · one time | — | € 1.195 |
Questions & answers
Does my child need to speak English to apply?
English is not a precondition for applying. A placement test and a conversation with our team help establish the right starting point and any support your child may need.
Can we visit before applying?
Yes. Contact office@ves.at or +43 1 470 46 00 to discuss your application and a meeting with the director.
What qualification does Senior High lead towards?
The programme is an Austrian Oberstufenrealgymnasium focused on natural sciences and foreign languages, leading towards the Austrian Matura. Confirm current examination requirements and any university-specific admission conditions with the school and the relevant institution.
How do we check availability and application dates?
Please contact office@ves.at about availability in your intended year of entry, application timing and financial questions. Our office will explain the next steps and the relevant enrolment terms.