List of Swedish Universities and CollegesUniversities in Sweden
This page lists all official higher education institutions in Sweden recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Education. Due to the large number, they have been organized into categories and paginated for easy browsing.
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Lund University
One of Sweden's oldest and most prestigious comprehensive universities, ranked globally within the top 100 in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. With approximately 47,000 students, it offers over 260 degree programs and 1,500 courses across humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, medicine, law, and the arts.
Uppsala University
Uppsala University
The oldest university in Sweden and Scandinavia, with over 540 years of history, ranked among the top 100 globally in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. It offers more than 120 master's programs taught in English, serves approximately 45,000 students, and is renowned for its excellence in medicine, natural sciences, humanities and social sciences, and pharmacy.
Stockholm University
Stockholm University
One of Sweden's largest comprehensive universities, ranked globally among the top 100. Renowned for its strengths in natural sciences, humanities and social sciences, law, and environmental science, it offers over 100 programs taught in English. With approximately 33,000 students, the university holds a prominent international influence in sustainable development and climate research.
University of Gothenburg
University of Gothenburg
One of Sweden's largest and most popular universities, a leading comprehensive research institution in Northern Europe. With approximately 37,000 students across 8 faculties, it offers programs in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, medicine, law, education, and business. Renowned for its strengths in marine science, sustainability, and global studies.
Linköping University
Linköping University
One of Sweden's youngest comprehensive universities, renowned for innovative education and interdisciplinary research. It excels in engineering, computer science, medicine, and education, with 90% of graduates employed within 18 months. Home to over 40,000 students across two campuses in Linköping and Norrköping.
Umeå University
Umeå University
Sweden's largest university in the north and the #1 ranked institution for international student satisfaction worldwide. Offering over 45 English-taught degree programs and more than 500 courses to approximately 36,000 students. Leading in epidemiology, social sciences, design, architecture, and forestry science.
Key Points for Study Abroad Applications
Application Time
- Master's applications open around mid-10 and close on 15 of the following 1.
- Admission results: Released between the end of 3 and 4.
- Fall semester: Starts at the end of 8 / beginning of 9.
Language requirements
- IELTS: Generally 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
- TOEFL: General requirement of 90 (writing section not less than 20)
- Some majors have higher requirements; please refer to each university's official website for details.
Tuition Reference
- Undergraduate: Approximately 80,000-140,000 SEK/year
- Master's: Approximately 100,000-200,000 SEK/year
- Tuition-free for EU/EEA students
Visa Information
- Apply for a residence permit if studying for more than 3 months.
- Admission letter, financial proof, and insurance required.
- Graduates receive a 3-6 month job-seeking visa.
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