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Sweden is the Scandinavian capital of innovation, sustainability, and global pioneer of the Nobel Prize. Home to renowned academic powerhouses in engineering, green technology, biomedical sciences, and business, including Karolinska Institutet (home of the Nobel Assembly in Medicine), KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Lund University, and Uppsala University. Sweden features more than 1,000 degree programmes taught entirely in English, a streamlined unified national application portal (UniversityAdmissions.se), and prestigious full funding through the Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships, within a progressive and inclusive society.

9
universities listed
11
scholarships & discounts
1
government programmes

Government scholarships & national programmes

Scholarships funded by the state or its official bodies for international students.

Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals

Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals

Fully Funded1 scholarship

Swedish Institute scholarships for Master's studies in Sweden for professionals from eligible countries with work and leadership experience. Fully funded: tuition, living costs, travel grant and insurance.

Universities(9)

Fees for international students and the highest discount or scholarship available, from each university’s official sources.

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Karolinska Institutet
State university

Karolinska Institutet

معهد كارولينسكا الطبي (Karolinska Institutet)

Stockholm1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 180,000 – SEK 240,000 per year
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KTH Royal Institute of Technology
QS #78State university

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

المعهد الملكي للتكنولوجيا (KTH)

Stockholm1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 155,000 – SEK 260,000 per year
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Linnaeus University
State university

Linnaeus University

جامعة لينيوس

Växjö1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 85,000 – SEK 135,000 per year
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Lund University
QS #72State university

Lund University

جامعة لوند

Lund1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 110,000 – SEK 170,000 per year
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Malmö University
State university

Malmö University

جامعة مالمو

Malmö2 scholarships
Annual Tuition:SEK 85,000 – SEK 140,000 per year
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Umeå University
QS #401State university

Umeå University

جامعة أوميو

Umeå1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 95,000 – SEK 155,000 per year
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University of Gothenburg
QS #202State university

University of Gothenburg

جامعة غوتنبرغ

Gothenburg1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 100,000 – SEK 150,000 per year
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Uppsala University
QS #93State university

Uppsala University

جامعة أوبسالا

Uppsala1 scholarship
Annual Tuition:SEK 100,000 – SEK 160,000 per year
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Stockholm University
QS #147State university

Stockholm University

جامعة ستوكهولم

Stockholm
Annual Tuition:SEK 90,000 – SEK 150,000 per year
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All scholarships & discounts (11)

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Fully Funded

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Space Science & Aerospace Engineering (SpaceMaster)

Master’s
Open for applicationDetails
Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals
Fully Funded

Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) 2027–2028

by Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals

Master’s
2027-02-28Details
Malmö University
Partially Funded

Faculty of Technology and Society (TS) Special Efforts Scholarship

by Malmö University

Master’s
2026-10-15Details
Lund University
QS #72
Partially Funded

Lund University Global Scholarship 2027

by Lund University

Master’sBachelor’s
2027-02-15Details
Linnaeus University
Partially Funded

The Linnaeus University Master's Scholarship for International Students

by Linnaeus University

Master’s
2027-02-15Details
Umeå University
QS #401
Partially Funded

Umeå University Scholarship for International Students 2027

by Umeå University

Master’sBachelor’s
2027-01-15Details
Karolinska Institutet
Tuition-Free

Karolinska Institutet Global Master's Scholarship

by Karolinska Institutet

Master’s
2027-02-24Details
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
QS #78
Tuition-Free

KTH Scholarship for Master's Studies in Sweden 2027

by KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master’s
2027-01-15Details
Malmö University
Tuition-Free

Malmö University Master's Scholarship (MUMS)

by Malmö University

Master’s
2027-01-15Details
University of Gothenburg
QS #202
Tuition-Free

University of Gothenburg Scholarship for Fee-Paying Students (Axel Adler) 2027

by University of Gothenburg

Master’sBachelor’s
2027-01-15Details
Uppsala University
QS #93
Tuition-Free

Uppsala University Global Scholarship 2027

by Uppsala University

Master’s
2027-01-15Details

Study guide

The study system

Higher education in Sweden complies with the European Bologna system: • Bachelor's Degree (Kandidatexamen): 3 years (180 ECTS credits). • Master's Degree: 1-year Master (Magisterexamen - 60 ECTS) or 2-year Master (Masterexamen - 120 ECTS), the premier track qualifying for PhD research. • Doctoral Degree (Doktorsexamen): 4 years (240 ECTS); PhD positions in Sweden are treated as fully salaried employment with competitive monthly salaries and national social security benefits. The academic year begins in late August/early September (Autumn semester) and concludes in June (Spring semester), emphasizing interactive group seminars and critical thinking.

How to get admitted

1) Centralised Application Portal (UniversityAdmissions.se): • Applications to all Swedish universities are lodged via one unified national admissions portal. • Primary Autumn Round: Opens in mid-October and closes on 15 January, with supporting documents and application fee (900 SEK) deadline on 1 February. 2) Academic Requirements: • Bachelor's: Recognized secondary diploma meeting specific course requirements in mathematics and sciences. • Master's: Accredited Bachelor's degree fulfilling program-specific prerequisites (Specific Entry Requirements). • English proficiency: IELTS Academic 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or TOEFL iBT 90+, fulfilling the Swedish English 6 course equivalent. 3) Major Swedish Scholarships: • Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships for Global Professionals: 100% tuition coverage, monthly living allowance of 12,000 SEK, travel grant of 15,000 SEK, and health insurance for selected partner countries. • University Global Merit Scholarships (Lund, Uppsala, Stockholm, KTH) offering 25% to 100% tuition fee reductions.

Fees and living costs

Tuition Fees in Sweden (2026/2027): • Non-EU/EEA International Students: - Humanities & Social Sciences: 80,000 to 140,000 SEK per year (~7,500–13,000 EUR). - Engineering & Computer Science: 130,000 to 170,000 SEK per year. - Specialist programmes (KTH, Karolinska, Architecture): 160,000 to 260,000 SEK per year. • PhD studies: Completely tuition-free, operating as salaried positions. Living Expenses & Financial Requirement: • Average monthly living costs: 9,500 to 12,000 SEK for accommodation, food, and student transport. • Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) official maintenance requirement: ~10,314 SEK per month (~103,140 SEK for a 10-month academic year).

Visa, residence permit and health insurance

Swedish Residence Permit for Studies Procedures: 1) Admission & First Instalment: Granted following official acceptance results and payment of the first tuition instalment (or uploading your official SI/University full scholarship certificate). 2) Online Application via Migrationsverket: Apply online submitting passport, notification of selection, financial guarantee (~10,314 SEK/month), and comprehensive health insurance proof. 3) Biometrics Appointment: At the Swedish Embassy to receive your biometric residence permit card (UT-kort). Permits are issued for one year at a time and renewed annually subject to passing at least 15–22.5 ECTS per semester.

Working while studying

Work During Studies: • Sweden places no statutory limitation on the number of hours international students may work alongside their degree, provided students maintain satisfactory academic progress (completing at least 15 ECTS credits per semester). • Average hourly wage: 120 to 160 SEK. Post-Study Work & Settlement: • Upon graduation, international students can apply for a 12-month post-study residence permit to seek employment or establish an entrepreneurial business in Sweden. • Securing qualifying employment transitions directly into a Swedish Work Permit, with 4 years of continuous work leading to permanent residency (PR).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.

The Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship for Global Professionals is a prestigious fully funded award covering 100% tuition, a monthly allowance of 12,000 SEK, a 15,000 SEK travel grant, and comprehensive insurance for designated partner countries.

Applications are submitted exclusively through the single central portal (UniversityAdmissions.se), allowing you to rank up to 4 Master's programmes in one application during the national October–January admissions round.