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Scholarships in Sweden for International Students

Sweden offers competitive scholarships through the Swedish Institute and individual universities.

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Swedish scholarships cover tuition and living costs, with a strong sustainability and development focus.

  • Swedish Institute fully funded
  • University tuition waivers available
  • English-taught programmes

Sweden tips

  • Apply through universityadmissions.se
  • SI requires 3,000+ hours work experience
  • Deadline typically mid-February

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Swedish Institute Scholarship — Living Stipend Focused

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Sweden • Bachelor's, Master's

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Fully funded scholarships for Master's degree programmes in Sweden, offered by the Swedish Institute through SIDA funding. Covers tuition fees, monthly living allowance, travel grant, and insurance. Open to applicants from eligible developing countries including Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, and Egypt.

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Erasmus Mundus: Master in International Humanitarian Action (NOHA+)

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Belgium, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden • Master's

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree programme. Full scholarship covering tuition, monthly living allowance (approx €1,400/month), travel costs, and health insurance. Consortium: Belgium, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden.

KTH Royal Institute of Technology — KTH Scholarships 2026-2027 | Scholars4Dev (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters

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University-internal funding at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: The scholarship does not include living costs. ... To be eligible to apply, you must be required to pay tuition fees and have applied for a Master’s programme at KTH as your first priority. | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 20.0%.

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Erasmus Mundus: Master in Public Health in Disasters (EMMPHID)

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Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands • Master's

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree programme. Full scholarship covering tuition, monthly living allowance (approx €1,400/month), travel costs, and health insurance. Consortium: Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands.

Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals

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Sweden • Master's

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Uppsala University — Kalos Scholarship (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate/Masters

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University-internal funding at Uppsala University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: School of Theology and Missions Scholarship $2,000 per year for Southern Baptist, traditional undergraduate students studying in the School of Theology and Missions. For more details on the STM Scholarship, including a link to the required application, please visit our STM Scholarship website. West Tennessee Heritage Grant Eligible for $1,500 per year for on-campus students may receive the West Te | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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Lund University Global Scholarship Programme

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Sweden • Master's

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Each year, Lund University awards approximately SEK 26 million (€2.4 million/$2.4 million) in scholarship grants. This selective, merit-based scholarship programme is designed to recognise top academic students from outside the EU/EEA who are applying for degree programmes at Lund University. As a top 100 university, ranked in the top 0.4% of universities worldwide, Lund University attracts high-achieving students globally. The Lund University Global Scholarship programme acknowledges academic excellence by offering grants to exceptional students. The application usually opens in early February every year. When the application period is open, you will find a link to the application portal further down this page. Also see 'Requirements and conditions' and 'How to apply' below. Scholarship recipients are students with a proven track record of consistently high academic performance and a strong fit for Lund University’s programmes. The scholarship is highly selective, competitive, and based entirely on merit. To be eligible to apply for a scholarship you must meet all of the following criteria: Please note that special conditions may apply if you are applying to our programmes in Musi

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Örebro University — Admissions Apply Campus Tours Future U Day Degree Programs Undergraduate Degrees Graduate Degrees Online Degree Programs Financial Aid Scholarships Request Information (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate/Graduate

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University-internal funding at Radboud University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Admissions Apply Campus Tours Future U Day Degree Programs Undergraduate Degrees Graduate Degrees Online Degree Programs Financial Aid Scholarships Request Information | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 18.1%.

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Lund University — Scholarships and funding open to students from various countries (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate/Graduate

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University-internal funding at Lund University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Swedish Women's Education Association – SWEA – offers scholarships for students interested in learning about Swedish culture by pursuing studies in Sweden. There are 70 chapters of SWEA in 30 countries. The SWEA International website The Gen Foundation provides grants to postgraduate students from all backgrounds who study natural science, in particular food science/food technology. The Gen Founda | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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Lund University — Bolashak Scholarships for students from Kazakhstan (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate

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University-internal funding at Lund University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Type: Merit Scholarship. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: The Bolashak scholarship programme enables high-achieving students from Kazakhstan to study at top universities around the world. It is offered by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan and prioritises studies in the areas of Engineering, Science, Medicine, Law and Business. The Bolashak scholarship programme's website | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology — KTH Scholarship in Sweden 2025/26 (Study in Sweden) (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate/Graduate

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University-internal funding at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: For additional funding, applicants can apply for the Sweden SI Global Scholarship 2026. This scholarship covers all the expenses. Also Check: KAIST University Graduate Scholarship 2025 (FALL Intake) KTH Royal Institute of Technology offers a ... | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 20.0%.

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Lund University — SI Scholarships (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters

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University-internal funding at Lund University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: The Swedish Institute (SI), a Swedish government agency, has a number of scholarships open for students from 34 countries outside the EU/EEA area. Depending on your nationality and field of study, the scholarships may apply to you. The SI scholarships cover both tuition fee and living expenses. Please note that you must have submitted an application for a Master's programme at universityadmissions | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology — Scholarship opportunities for master's studies | KTH | Sweden (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters

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University-internal funding at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: The 'Deferment Only' status does not allow students to take out federal student loans for enrolment at KTH. However, the accreditation facilitates grant and loan opportunities for US students as many private student loan institutions in the US use this designation as a requirement to grant ... | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 20.0%.

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Lund University — Tuition fees | Lund University (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters

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University-internal funding at Lund University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Current students New students Student services and support If something happens Get involved in student life International opportunities Financial matters Healthcare Rights and responsibilities When leaving Lund University New students Student services and support If something happens Get involved in student life International opportunities Financial matters Healthcare Rights and responsibilities | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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Uppsala University — Scholarships | Student Financial Aid | Union University, a Christian College in Tennessee (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters/PhD

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University-internal funding at Uppsala University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Academics Programs of Study Meet Our Faculty Academic Resources Graduate Studies Adult Studies Online Programs MCUTS Adult Programs Adult & Professional Studies Arts & Sciences Business Education Nursing & Health Sciences Pharmacy Social Work Theology & Missions In our close-knit learning community, top-tier academics and Christian faith are integrated in 100 programs of study. Explore Our Program | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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Lund University — Scholarships for European joint Master's programmes (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters

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University-internal funding at Lund University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Lund University is a partner in several European joint Master's programmes. As a student on these Master's programmes, scholarships may be available to cover both tuition fees and living expenses. European joint Master's programmes | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology — KTH Royal Institute of Technology: Rankings, Fees, Courses, Admission 2026, Requirements & Scholarships (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters

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University-internal funding at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: KTH Royal Institute of Technology acceptance rate stand at 41%, which makes it competitive to get into. KTH Royal Institute of Technology student body features over 4,000 international students. | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 20.0%.

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology — KTH Royal Institute of Technology: Programs, Admissions | educations.com (after admission)

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University-internal funding at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: IntroductionStatisticsCampus FeaturesGalleryAdmissionsScholarships and FundingAlumni StatisticsRankingsStudent TestimonialsWhy study at KTH Royal Institute of TechnologyCampus Life & FacilitiesLocationsPrograms · KTH Royal Institute of Technology has served as one of Europe’s key centers of innovation and intellectual talent for almost two hundred years. Recognized as Sweden’s most prestigious tec | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 20.0%.

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Lund University — Lund University Global Scholarship (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate/Masters

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University-internal funding at Lund University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Type: Merit Scholarship. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: The Lund University Global Scholarship is an academic excellence award targeting top students from all countries outside the EU/EEA. Students who have made a complete application for a Master's programme, or, in exceptional cases, for one of a few selected Bachelor's programmes, are invited to apply for this tuition scholarship after the admissions application period has closed. About the Lund Uni | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology — 23 Scholarships applicable to PhD at KTH Royal Institute of ... (after admission)

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Sweden • Masters/PhD

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University-internal funding at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Get the chance to support your study-abroad dream · By confirming your nationality, we can personalise the content on our site for you. (i.e. we can show you the scholarship, visa and tuition information that is most relevant to you) | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 20.0%.

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Uppsala University — Outcomes Tuition Financial Aid Scholarships Union is nationally recognized for Christ-centered academic excellence and exc (after admission)

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Sweden • Undergraduate/Graduate

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University-internal funding at Uppsala University. Available after admission — apply to the university first; this award is handled by the university itself, not an external application. Type: Merit Scholarship. Auto-discovered after accepted university update for user None. Snippet: Admissions Undergraduate Graduate & Adult Studies Online Apply For Undergraduate Admission Campus Visits Why Union? Outcomes Tuition Financial Aid Scholarships Union is nationally recognized for Christ-centered academic excellence and exceptional value. Our graduates succeed in the top graduate schools, careers and ministries around the world. Meet Our Alumni Jonathan Newman, State Rep., | Historical fit: Average acceptance rate across related opportunities is 21.6%.

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Tuition is covered by scholarships, but living costs in Sweden are moderate to high (SEK 8,500+/month).

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