University of Graz
Universität Graz | |
| Latin: Alma Universitas Graecensis Carolo Franciscea | |
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 1585 |
Academic affiliations | |
| Endowment | €315 million |
| Rector | Peter Riedler |
Academic staff | 3,292 |
Administrative staff | 1,439 |
| Students | 27,585 (2024) |
| Location | , , Austria 47°04′41″N 15°26′57″E / 47.07806°N 15.44917°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Nobel Laureates | 6 |
| Colours | Yellow and black |
| Website | uni-graz.at |
The University of Graz (German: Universität Graz, formerly: Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz) in Graz is the largest public research university in Styria and the second oldest university in Austria. Its name is derived from Archduke Charles II of Inner Austria and Francis I of Austria. The University of Graz was founded on January 1, 1585.
The Faculty of Medicine was spun off as the Medical University of Graz on January 1, 2004, under the University Act 2002.