1,000+ English-taught programmes and 52 QS-ranked universities. Strong research culture, a one-year post-study permit, and no language test for permanent residence.
| University | QS 2026 | Tuition / year |
|---|---|---|
| Lund University | 75 | SEK 436,000 total |
| KTH Royal Institute | 78 | SEK 520,000 total |
| Uppsala University | 93 | SEK 1,100,000 total |
| Stockholm University | 128 | SEK 115,000 |
| Chalmers | 139 | SEK 209,336 |
| Gothenburg | 147 | SEK 304,593 |
| Linköping | 304 | SEK 136,000 |
| Umeå | 456 | SEK 90,000 |
Non-EU rates. Public and private institutions are priced very differently — check which one you are looking at.
| Route | Tuition | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelors | SEK 80,000–150,000/yr | 3 years |
| Masters (MS)About 67% of international graduates find work within a year of finishing. | SEK 90,000–200,000/yr | 2 years |
After you arriveCollect your residence permit card.
One SEK 900 application covers up to four programme choices.
The first round closes 15 January for autumn; the second closes 15 August for spring.
IELTS 5.5 minimum, 6.5 at the top universities.
Residence permit approval sits around 50–60%, and financial documentation is where files fail. Apply early — processing runs 3–8 months.
12-month residence permit extension to find work
After 4–5 years, with no language test. The work-permit salary floor is SEK 13,000/month.
Residence permit approval sits around 50–60%, so financial documentation must be exact.
Apply through the single national portal — one application covers up to four programme choices.
About 67% of international graduates find work within a year of finishing.
First round closes 15 January for autumn; second round 15 August for spring.
Check my eligibilityDeadlines close months before term starts. Get your timeline mapped this week.