All Levels
Full or partial tuition
Umeå University
Umea, Sweden
"Northern Sweden's largest comprehensive university"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#401 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months
About Umeå University
Umea University is a public university in northern Sweden, founded in 1965. Its main campus is in Umea, with further campuses in Skelleftea and Ornskoldsvik and an arts campus by the Ume river. It teaches medicine, science and technology, social sciences, humanities and teacher education. The Umea Institute of Design, part of the university, is known for industrial, interaction and transportation design.
Rankings & Recognition
#401
Ranked #401 (joint) in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#438, joint, in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Association of Swedish HEIs (SUHF)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Umeå University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
27.2#
Employer Reputation
20.2#
Faculty / Student
80.7#
Citations / Faculty
25.0#
Intl. Faculty
77.2#
Intl. Students
37.5#
Intl. Research Network
76.9#
Employment Outcomes
11.9#
Sustainability
77.1#
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Key Facts
1965
Founded
12,761
Total Students
1,851
International Students
1,717
Faculty
Umea, Skelleftea, Ornskoldsvik
Campuses
Popular Programs
Computing Science
Molecular Biology
Industrial Design
Digital Management and Innovation
Medicine
Social Sciences
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
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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
Full or partial tuition
Career Outcomes
12%
Placement Ratio
12 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 1,717
International Staff — 13%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Umea University's main campus is in Umea, with the Umea Arts Campus (home of the Institute of Design) by the river. It also has campuses in Skelleftea and Ornskoldsvik.
Campus Details
Umea
(main + Arts Campus)
Skelleftea
Ornskoldsvik;
12
761
students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 11 to 21 C
Coldest (Feb): -11 to -2 C
Climate: Subarctic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Student housing and private rental
Dining
Dining: Campus restaurants and cafes
Health & Wellness
Insurance: FAS+ state cover for fee-payers
Activities & Clubs
Student unions
Clubs
Outdoor sports
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
12,761
International Students
1,851
Undergraduate
74%
Postgraduate
26%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition range
SEK 96,600-395,700 / year
Umea Institute of Design
SEK 321,300 / year
Application Fee
SEK 900
Living Costs (Migrationsverket)
SEK 10,656 / 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. Umea tuition for the autumn semester must be paid by 10 May.
Scholarships at Umeå University
4 scholarships available
Master's
Full or partial tuition
Design by Umea Scholarship
Master's
Tuition + SEK 12,000/month
SI Scholarship for Global Professionals
Master's
Tuition + SEK 12,000/month
SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM
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
Umea University's main campus is in Umea, with the Umea Arts Campus (home of the Institute of Design) by the river. It also has campuses in Skelleftea and Ornskoldsvik.
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Bachelor's
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