SwedenVäxjöPublic UniversityTaught in English, SwedishPartially FundedTuition from SEK 85,000 per yearLinnaeus University
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ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Linnaeus University in Sweden offers competitive, merit-based tuition scholarships covering 75% of tuition fees for high-achieving non-EU/EEA students admitted to Master’s degree programmes. The scholarship applies directly to tuition fees and does not cover living expenses, accommodation, or international airfare. Applicants must select Linnaeus University as their first choice on universityadmissions.se and pay the application fee before the January national deadline; eligible students receive the scholarship application link by email in early February.
Tuition for international students
Available programmes
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The Linnaeus University Master's Scholarship for International Students
MasterPartially Funded22 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Växjö · Sweden
Life and living
Växjö · Sweden
Living in Växjö
A green city among the lakes of southern Sweden, home to Linnaeus University.
Student housing
Linnaeus University housing for exchange students costs SEK 4,200–4,900 a month, plus SEK 130 for internet in most rooms.
Transport for students
A 30-day youth/student county ticket costs SEK 1,058 (SEK 529 at half price). Until the end of 2026, state support halves the price of 30-day tickets in Kronoberg.
Top landmarks
Växjö Cathedral
Kronoberg Castle
Martin Grädler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
House of Emigrants
Studying and living in Sweden
Costs and living
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).
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).
Faculties and programmes
6 faculties · 49 programmes
Faculties and programmes
6 faculties · 49 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishSVSwedish- Archaeology· PhD
- Film & Television Production· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)· BachelorSV
- History· Master, PhDEN
- Journalism· Bachelor, MasterSV
- Languages and Literature· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Music· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Theology & Religious Studies· Bachelor, PhDSV
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishSVSwedish- Biology· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Chemistry· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Environmental Science· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Medical Laboratory Sciences· Bachelor, PhDSV
- NursingSV
- Nutrition and Dietetics· BachelorSV
- Pharmacy· Bachelor, MasterSV
- PsychologySV
Faculty of Social Sciences
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishSVSwedish- Corporate Law· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Criminal Law· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Human Rights Law· Bachelor, PhDSV
- International Law· Bachelor, PhDSV
- International Relations· Bachelor, Master
- Political Science· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Social WorkSV
- Sociology· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Sports Science· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
Faculty of Technology
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishSVSwedish- Civil Engineering· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Computer Science
- Curriculum & Instruction· PhD
- Electrical Engineering· Bachelor:SV· Master:SVEN
- Forestry & Natural Resources Management· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Industrial Engineering· BachelorSV
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor, PhDSV
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Physics· Bachelor:SV· Master, PhD:SVEN
- Software Engineering· Bachelor, Master
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School of Business and Economics
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishSVSwedish- Accounting· Bachelor, Master
- Business Management
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship· MasterEN
- Hospitality Management· Bachelor, Master
- Human Resource Management· BachelorSV
- International Business· Bachelor, Master
- Marketing· BachelorSV
- Statistics· PhD
- Supply Chain Management· MasterEN
Teacher Education
BachelorMasterPhDSVSwedish- Curriculum & Instruction
- Early Childhood Education· Bachelor
- Special Education· Master
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: 75% Tuition Fee Waiver, Notice: Living Expenses & Flights Not Covered, Renewal Throughout Degree Duration.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Certified Official Transcripts, Motivation Letter explaining academic merit and reasons for choosing Linnaeus University, Official English Language Proficiency Test (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Valid International Passport.
Apply directly on the official website: https://lnu.se/en/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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