Have you been thinking about studying in Sweden? You’re not alone.
The number of foreign students who come to Sweden to study is increasing. Because of the many foreign students and the diverse population of the country, to study in Sweden means you’ll be surrounded by people from all backgrounds on campus and in the classroom.
Does going to Sweden for studies sound like it’s for you? We’ll go through everything you need to know about going to Sweden to study – Why, what, how, who, where and when.
Why choose to study in Sweden?
There are quite a few benefits of studying in Sweden for international students, which is emphasized by how many international students in Sweden you’ll find. In 2020–21, there were over 27,000 international student admissions to Swedish universities.
So, why study abroad in Sweden? Out of around 40 universities in Sweden, many are top ranked globally, and there are more than 1,000 options for programs taught in English.
Many students are also drawn to this country because of Sweden’s values where focus lies on equal rights and sustainability.
What to study in Sweden?
Some of the more popular subjects to study in Sweden are business, IT and engineering, and life sciences. Design, human rights, and international relations are other areas that have a good reputation in Swedish academia.
Naturally, these are not the only topics you can delve into in Sweden. If you’re interested in getting a bachelor’s degree, a master’s, or a Ph.D. in another subject, you can search for programs on Universityadmissions.se.
How to study in Sweden?
Most students who move to Sweden to study will fall into one of the following three categories: exchange student, studying as an adult, or language student.
Becoming an exchange student is likely the most convenient way of studying in Sweden. Applying and getting accepted is easier, and most arrangements are made through your program. In many cases, exchange students don’t pay a tuition fee, as many programs work as a scholarship to study in Sweden.
If an exchange program is not for you, you can study as an adult and apply for a course yourself. If you’re specifically interested in learning Swedish, another option might be studying in Sweden as a language student.
Who can study in Sweden?
Almost anyone can study in Sweden! If you’re from the EU/EEA, there are no visa requirements, and perhaps more importantly – studying is free.
If you’re from a country outside the EU/EEA, you’ll likely need a student visa and need to be ready to pay tuition. How much does studying in Sweden cost? Tuition fees generally range between 80,000 and 295,000 SEK a year. This is approximately 7,671–28,287 USD or 7,090–26,144 EUR.
Where to study in Sweden?
The bigger cities such as Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö are popular options for foreign students, but they’re far from the only options.
Some great student cities in Sweden are Uppsala (only 40 minutes by train from Stockholm), Lund (almost half of its citizens are students at Lund University), and Umeå (only 400 km from the Arctic circle).
When?—Now!
As to when to study in Sweden, all we can ask is; what are you waiting for? Your new student life in Sweden awaits.
Don’t forget to get the book “I’m moving to Sweden! Everything you need for your new Swedish life” as a handy companion on your road to studying in Sweden. It’ll delve further into your options and the requirements to study in Sweden and guide you through the bureaucratic obstacles of getting your student visa.