ISP - international study program
Our International Study Program (ISP) offers young people aged 15 to 17 the opportunity to study at the Theresianum in Vienna and live in the boarding school for five or ten months, starting in September. The students attend regular classes, deepen their knowledge of German, and experience European culture and history first-hand.
The program is aimed at motivated young people:
- with existing German language skills
- very good academic performance
- Openness to life in an international boarding community
)
Costs
€ 10,880 per semester (valid from 09/2026, subject to change)
€ 180 registration fee
The semester fee includes:
- Accommodation in a double room
- Catering seven days a week
- Classroom instruction
- Care
Admission
Prerequisite for a successful admission is the submission of all documents according to our application form and a personal interview with our boarding school director.
Attention: The number of places is limited.
Scholarships
There are six scholarship places for the ISP program.
Registration for the 2027/28 school year is possible until March 31, 2027.
ISP students can look forward to this:
- Living in the dormitory at the Theresianum in spacious double rooms
- Classes with peers in all subjects of the grade level.
- Additional German as a Second Language lessons in small groups and a weekly conversation and support hour with tutors
- Official German exam (Austrian Language Diploma (ÖSD) at the end of the semester
- Travel to Austrian and European cities
- Visit to cultural events in Vienna
- Opportunity to participate in a dance course at one of Vienna's most traditional dance schools
- Opportunity for individual instrumental lessons
This is what former ISP students say
Our ISP students often return to their regular schools with mixed feelings. The time at the boarding school, life in Vienna and the everyday school routine fascinate and shape them and also cause quite a few of them to stay longer than planned. But read for yourself:
)
Jan, ISP student from Prague in the school year 2024/25
“For me, it was a great opportunity not only to improve language-wise but also to get to know a new culture. Personally, the best part of my stay was the many excursions. I enjoyed learning more about the study opportunities and gaining insight into Viennese culture. But what impressed me the most were the trips that showed me parts of Europe that I had never visited before, truly broadening my horizons. From Graz to Florence, I can honestly say that they were eye-opening experiences from start to finish."
)
Kristyna, ISP student from Prague in the school year 2024/25
“I originally planned to spend a semester in Vienna. But I like it so much here that I decided to stay for a whole year. One reason for this extension was certainly my three roommates, with whom it's always fun. We go to the city together, to the gym, swim in the school's own swimming pool or run in the huge school park. Since I play golf professionally in the Czech Republic, the school allows me to train twice a week in Vienna. On weekends, I'm either at golf tournaments or out with the ISP group. I felt very comfortable in my class. I was warmly welcomed by my class teacher, Ms. Prof. Bending, and I can say: Don't think twice, come to Vienna to the Theresianum!"
)
Vince, ISP student from Hungary in the school year 2024/25
“That was one of the best experiences of my life so far. Honestly, it is difficult for me to highlight specific highlights because everything was simply great. There was no moment that I perceived as negative. I really enjoyed school, and I made friendships there that mean a lot to me. The program itself created an incredibly great community. I felt extremely comfortable in the group, and it was a joy to spend time with so many great people - both with the teachers and with the other participants. If someone asks me if the ISP is worth it, I say clearly: Yes! I would participate again anytime."
