Student Life at Central European University in Vienna Student Life at CEU In this section Before You Arrive Orientation Week Student Services Student Union Studying with Disabilities Sustainability Students With Families Before You Arrive Accommodation Health Insurance Residence Documents Onboarding Manual Students with a Disability Coming with Family Orientation Week for Incoming Students At the beginning of each academic year, the Student Services Office organizes a dedicated week for incoming students. Find out more about Orientation Week at CEU Watch the CEU Orientation Week 2025 Recap 🎓 CEU officially launched the 2025–26 Academic Year in Vienna with Orientation Week, welcoming 675 new students from around the world. From September 1–6, incoming students took part in a week of activities designed to introduce them to CEU’s community, campus, and life in Vienna. The program kicked off with a lively “Meet & Greet” on campus, where students met their department coordinators and received their student ID cards. Student Services at CEU We offer numerous services to help students adjust smoothly to life and studies at CEU. The Student Services Office comprises all relevant service units that provide guidance to students throughout the student lifecycle, from the moment they apply until graduation. Please visit the Student Services Office SharePoint site for detailed information about all services and support options available to you, as well as instructions on how to access them. CEU login credentials are required. Student Center The Student Center offers help and advice on finding accommodation, arranging health insurance, and understanding residence requirements. We are here to support you in settling into student life in Vienna so you can enjoy your studies at CEU (from orientation week to graduation). Book a Student Center Appointment Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 pm. Please book an appointment via email ( studentcenter@ceu.edu ) or through the Student Center Consultation form Meet the team Student Engagement Office The team at the Student Engagement unit supports student-led efforts that address local and global challenges, enriching their academic experience while contributing to societal well-being. Through research, knowledge sharing and community engagement, the Student Engagement team aims to provide a fulfilling and impactful educational journey at CEU. Student Records Office (SRO) at CEU The Student Records Office (SRO) provides services related to the academic aspect of studying at CEU. The SRO oversees enrollment, course registration, and credit transfers, and is also responsible for issuing diplomas, transcripts, and certificates. Meet the team CEU Career Services for Students and Alumni CEU's Career Services partners with students and alumni to provide guidance, support, and information to further their career development, helping students transform their CEU experience into meaningful professional engagement. Meet the team Psychological Counseling Student Services Office offer free and confidential counseling sessions to all enrolled students. Counseling can be beneficial in various challenging life situations students may face, no matter whether those are personal or academic. Apart from individual counseling, the three psychologists of CEU’s Student Counseling team also offer a variety of group activities such as Yoga, Mindfulness Meditation, psycho-educational seminars, and many more. Student Union at CEU CEU students actively participate in matters of governance and management. To ensure adequate student representation, the student body elects a Student Union Assembly (SUA) Medical Center The on-campus CEU Medical Center is open to all students, faculty, and staff. Access to the Medical Center requires a valid CEU ID card. English-speaking doctors are on duty to hold regular consultation hours on weekdays. For further information on the Medical Center, please check our dedicated SharePoint site (CEU login credentials required). Admissions Office The Admissions Office acts as a central point of inquiry for prospective students from around the world who are considering or are in the process of applying to CEU. The office handles a variety of administrative tasks in relation to the application process, including answering inquiries, processing applications, posting admissions decisions, preparing acceptance offers and visa letters, and helping accepted students with their onboarding process. Financial Aid Office Studying at CEU comes with both educational and living costs. We would like to assist and prepare you by providing an overview of all the information you need to plan your finances before and during your studies at CEU. Meet the team Watch Our Video Guides CEU Video Playlists Ultimate Guide for an Austrian Residence Permit Application Meet our Faculty Meet Our Students Student Life at CEU CEU Student Q&A Your Career Options After CEU Study at CEU Campus Life For more photos, check out our Flickr albums: Central European University’s albums CEU in Vienna | Campus Tour Follow a special correspondent on a quite extraordinary tour of our CEU campus in Vienna, Austria. Watch More Student Life Videos View the full playlist Annual Events and Activities Intercultural Festival NGO Fair Sports Day CEU Student Clubs Student Clubs are an integral part of the student experience here at CEU. These clubs provide forums for discussion and action, as well as platforms to develop your interests and hobbies and to meet peers and colleagues across programs. Nearly 30 active student clubs are registered for the 2025/2026 academic year.  Clubs have access to limited funding from the Student Union to support their activities. A detailed list and further information on their activities and events are available on our SharePoint pages (CEU login credentials are required). My CEU, Our Vienna View more "My CEU, Our Vienna" videos Useful Resources Vienna Sights from A to Z Free support program for new arrivals to the city The official website of the City of Vienna Vienna city map For further information on where to eat, where to shop around the campus, where to find pharmacies and healthcare services, etc., visit our dedicated SharePoint site for Incoming students (CEU login credentials required). Follow the Student Engagement team on Instagram! Visit our official Instagram page to see what we do during the week. Follow us on Instagram More Events April 25 Workshop on Community Building with toZOMIA April 29 From Study to Stay: International Students' Experiences and Reality of post-Graduation Visa Extension Pathways in Austria May CEU Spring Ball 2026 May 15 Human Rights Conference 2026: Human Rights Alliance Austria May 27 Kick-off Event for the Favoriten Climate Festival 2027 May 30 CEU Spring Sports Day 2026 Events by the Career Services Office More Events May Traineeships at the EU Parliament Image Do You Have Questions? We’re here to help! Reach out today to get the answers you need. Chat with CEU Students