One of the largest universities in Sweden, with over 50,000 undergraduate and master's students and 1,800 doctoral students, Stockholm University offers unprecedented access to teaching and research facilities.
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Stockholm University
Stockholm University
About
Stockholm University, located in Sweden's capital city, is the regions center for higher education and research in humanities, law, the natural and social sciences, and a focus for the work of leading international researchers. In the heart of Sweden's only national urban park, the University is surrounded by natural beauty, whilst being only a few minutes journey from the city center.
Students whose mother tongue is not English must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum requirements for admission. Please look at the latest factsheet for the English language requirements.
Accommodation & Visa:
Due to the popularity of studying in Stockholm, housing through the university cannot be guaranteed. Students admitted to our exchange program will receive application instructions for housing. For more information about university accommodation as well as information on finding housing independently, see the Housing Office’s website below.
Starting November 1, 2022, the Swedish Migration Agency started a new procedure for stricter checks of passports in connection with application for a residence permit. All applicants for a resident permit, including exchange students, must show their passport at an in-person visit before the Swedish Migration Agency can make a decision. Please see below visa links for further information.
Location & Facilities:
- Stockholm, the capital of Sweden is a popular tourist destination because of its rich cultural offerings, quaint streets and neighborhoods, excellent cuisine, architectural treasures, and abundant outdoor activities.
- Developed on 24,000 islands of the skargarden (archipelago) on the eastern coast of Sweden, the greater Stockholm area is home to two million people, more than 50 museums, Sweden's Royal Palace, numerous parks, and a beautiful waterfront.
- The city's architectural heritage is well preserved, with the oldest buildings dating back to the 13th century. Stockholm offers a great balance between dynamic city life and the solitude of green spaces.
- The public transportation system is excellent both within the city and to other areas of Sweden and Europe. Sweden is one of the most technology-oriented countries in the world, and the Swedes enjoy a healthy balance between modern conveniences and the preservation of history and tradition.
- The University is situated in the middle of the first national city park in the world and is characterized by natural beauty, unique architecture and contemporary art and sculpture. The University is located only ten minutes from the urban buzz of the city with people, music, fashion, architecture, culture.