Master's
Tuition + SEK 12,000/month
Stockholm University
Stockholm, Sweden
"Sweden's largest university for science, humanities and social sciences"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#147 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months
About Stockholm University
Stockholm University is a public university in Stockholm, founded in 1878. It is one of Sweden's largest universities, focused on natural sciences, humanities, social sciences and law. Its main campus is at Frescati, in the Royal National City Park north of the city centre. Stockholm Business School is part of the university. International students can choose from many two-year master's programmes taught in English.
Rankings & Recognition
#147
Ranked #147 (joint) in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#167 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
CIVIS European University alliance
Association of Swedish HEIs (SUHF)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Stockholm University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
65.1#
Employer Reputation
29.5#
Faculty / Student
28.3#
Citations / Faculty
73.6#
Intl. Faculty
83.0#
Intl. Students
79.4#
Intl. Research Network
96.7#
Employment Outcomes
90.5#
Sustainability
72.1#
#
Key Facts
1878
Founded
32,500
Total Students
6,500
International Students
2,200
Faculty
Frescati, Stockholm
Main Campus
Popular Programs
Physics
Biostatistics and Data Science
Fashion Studies
Business and Management
Literature
Law
Application Details
Application Route
universityadmissions.se
Application Fee
SEK 900 (non-EU/EEA)
Autumn 2027 Deadline
15 Jan 2027
Results (Master's)
1 April 2027
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic (English 6)
|
6.5, no band below 5.5 |
|
TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026)
|
4.5, no section below 4 |
|
TOEFL iBT (older tests)
|
90, writing 20 |
|
PTE Academic
|
62 (writing 61) |
|
Cambridge C1 Advanced
|
180 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
Residence permit for studies
Post-Study Work
Up to 12 months (job-seeking)
Green Card Pathway
Work permit route
Financials
Application Fee
SEK 900
Avg Scholarship
SI Scholarship (full tuition)
Career Outcomes
91%
Placement Ratio
12 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 2,200
International Staff — 19%
—
Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Stockholm University's main campus is at Frescati in the Royal National City Park, a short metro ride north of central Stockholm.
Campus Details
Main
campus at Frescati
32
500
students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 15 to 24 C
Coldest (Jan): -3 to 1 C
Climate: Humid continental
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Not guaranteed for fee-payers
Dining
Dining: Campus restaurants and cafes
Health & Wellness
Insurance: FAS+ state cover for fee-payers
Activities & Clubs
Student union
Clubs
Sports
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
32,500
International Students
6,500
Undergraduate
76.9%
Postgraduate
23.1%
Cost Deep-Dive
Humanities / Social Sci. / Law
SEK 90,000 / year
Sciences
SEK 140,000 / year
Business School Masters
SEK 90,000 / year
Living Costs (SU guide)
SEK 11,214 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
Most programmes start in the autumn semester (late August). For autumn 2027, the first admissions round on universityadmissions.se opens on 16 October 2026 and closes on 15 January 2027; fees and documents are due by 1 February 2027. Master's results are published on 1 April and bachelor's results on 8 April. A second round (15 March - 15 April 2027) is mainly for applicants already in Sweden. Stockholm University tuition normally covers 30 credits per semester.
Scholarships at Stockholm University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Upper secondary + programme subjects; IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90 / PTE 62
Postgraduate
Bachelor's (180 ECTS); IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90 / PTE 62 / Cambridge C1 180
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (English 6)
6.5, no band below 5.5TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026)
4.5, no section below 4TOEFL iBT (older tests)
90, writing 20PTE Academic
62 (writing 61)Cambridge C1 Advanced
Required Documents
Passport copy
Upper secondary diploma (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate (master)
Academic transcripts
English test result (English 6)
CV / letter of motivation (some programmes)
Application fee receipt (SEK 900)
Proof of funds (SEK 10,656 / month)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for specific entry and English 6 requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply via universityadmissions.se between 16 Oct 2026 and 15 Jan 2027.
3
Pay fee & upload
Pay the SEK 900 application fee and upload documents by 1 Feb 2027.
4
Receive results
Results are published on 1 April (master's) and 8 April (bachelor's).
5
Pay tuition
Pay the first tuition instalment invoiced by the university before the deadline.
6
Residence permit
Apply to Migrationsverket for a residence permit for studies, then arrive and register.
Campus & Location
Stockholm University's main campus is at Frescati in the Royal National City Park, a short metro ride north of central Stockholm.
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