Admission requirements for Swedish universities?
Completion of upper secondary education or bachelor’s, IELTS 6.5+/TOEFL 90+, CV and statement of purpose.
Cost of studying in Sweden?
EU/EEA students: no fees. Non-EU: SEK 80,000–150,000/year (€7,500–€14,000). Living ~€9,000–€12,000 annually.
Student visa and residence permit process?
Apply online with admission letter, funds (~SEK 8,370/month), insurers, takes 4–12 weeks.
Can I work while studying?
Yes—no restrictions: full-time during studies.
Are scholarships available?
Yes—Swedish Institute Scholarships, individual universities offer tuition waivers and merit-based aid.
Is Swedish language required?
No, programs are in English; however, Swedish improves integration and access to part-time jobs.
Top student cities?
Stockholm, Uppsala, Lund, and Gothenburg are popular with sizable international student populations.
Visa processing time
Usually ~4 weeks if documents are complete.
Are internships available?
Yes, internships are commonly integrated into Dutch courses—even during studies.
Path to permanent residency?
After completing studies you can extend residence for job search (6–12 months), then apply for work permit and PR if you meet criteria.
