EdMIUMHigher education in Sweden is among the best in the world. Study in Sweden is not only done in classes, but also at seminars, conferences, and even in small groups of 2 or 3 students. The primary goal of education is to develop a person to be his or her best.
In this article, let us look at:
1. University tuition fees in Sweden
Tuition for EU/EEA students
At Swedish public universities, students who are citizens of the EU/EEA, other Nordic countries, and Switzerland do not have to pay any tuition for Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. PhD courses are free for all international students, regardless of their country of origin.
Tuition for non-EU/EEA students
Students who come from outside the EU or are from non- EU/EEA countries need to be charged a fee. The costs range between 7,500 – 25,500 EUR/year depending on the study program and university. Business and Architecture are some of the most expensive courses.Non-EU/EEA citizens also have to pay a university application fee, which is around 90 EUR and may vary depending on the institution.
2. Universities we recommend in Sweden
- Jönköping University
- Linnaeus University
- University of Boras
- World Maritime University
3. Average Student Cost of Living
Living costs for students who study in Sweden are above the European average. You should expect to spend between 700 – 1,200 EUR/month. Check the average living costs for these student cities in Sweden:
- Gothenburg and Stockholm: around 1,250 EUR/month
- Linkoping and Lund: around 850 EUR/month
- Uppsala: between 750 and 1,200 EUR/month
Accommodation costs
The best place to start looking for accommodation is at your university. Dormitories are good because you meet both local and other international students. Renting or sharing an apartment is the easiest way to meet people. It is also more expensive than a student room . However, you can choose where you live and share an apartment with other students. This is a great way to reduce your expenses and avoid feeling lonely . Especially if it’s your first time living abroad.
Food costs
Expect to pay around 200 EUR for food every month. This depends on your eating habits, whether you cook or not, and so on. You can reduce your expenses if you buy groceries from affordable supermarkets.
Eating in a Swedish restaurant will cost you 8 – 10 EUR. A three-course meal for two, in an average restaurant, costs around 45 – 65 EUR. A light drink in a bar with your colleagues will cost 6 EUR.
Transportation costs
n Sweden, public transport in highly appreciated among students; around 40% of them use it to get to university and other locations in the city. Public transportation fares for students cost around 40 – 55 EUR/month.
You can also choose a bicycle for transport and pay around 110 EUR for it. Around 27% of students in Sweden use bicycles to travel in the city.
Extra costs
- Books and other study materials: 80 EUR/month
- Social activities and entertainment: 70 – 100 EUR/month
- Health insurance: rates start at 30 EUR/month
