Umeå University Scholarships for International Students

Umeå University Scholarships for International Students

Umeå University in Sweden offers scholarship opportunities to high-performing international students who wish to undertake full-degree studies. These scholarships are designed to reduce the financial burden of tuition fees for students enrolling in selected academic programmes taught in English.

Programs
The scholarships support students admitted into full-time Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes at Umeå University. The award applies only to degree programmes and does not cover short courses or exchange studies.

Fields of Study
All academic disciplines offered by Umeå University as English-taught degree programmes are eligible. Applicants may choose from a wide range of study areas across science, technology, humanities, social sciences, education, and health-related fields.

Benefits
Successful recipients are granted a tuition fee reduction, which may cover either part or the full cost of tuition for the duration of the programme. The scholarship does not include living expenses, accommodation, travel costs, or insurance.

Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following conditions to be considered:

• Be a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
• Apply for a full-degree Bachelor’s or Master’s programme at Umeå University
• Be required to pay tuition fees
• Select Umeå University as their first-choice institution
• Complete the programme application and pay the required application fee within the set timeframe

RequirementsApplicants are expected to:

• Meet academic entry requirements for their chosen programme
• Submit all required academic documents by the admissions deadline
• Demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency
• Fulfil any additional programme-specific conditions

Only applicants who have completed all admission steps correctly will be considered for the scholarship.

Application Process

1. Apply for an eligible Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programme during the official admissions period.
2. Ensure all supporting documents are uploaded and the application fee is paid on time.
3. Applicants who meet the criteria and list Umeå University as their first choice will be invited to apply for the scholarship.
4. Complete the scholarship registration within the stated period after receiving the invitation.
5. Scholarship outcomes are communicated directly to applicants after the selection process.

Due Dates

• Degree programme applications typically close in mid-January
• Application fee payment deadline is usually in early February
• Scholarship registration opens shortly after programme applications close
• Final scholarship submissions are generally due in early March
• Results are announced around late April

Applicants are advised to confirm exact dates during the application cycle.

Official Website 
Further details, programme listings, and application instructions are available through Umeå University’s official admissions and scholarship platforms.

Official  Website 

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