Almost all Swedish university applications go through one place: universityadmissions.se. You apply to up to four programmes in priority order in a single application.
Key dates for Autumn 2026
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Application opens | 16 October 2025 |
| Application deadline | 15 January 2026 |
| Pay application fee / docs | by ~2 February 2026 |
| Master's results | 26 March 2026 |
The first admission round is the one international students should target, its deadlines and results come earliest and it's designed for non-EU applicants.
English requirements
Most master's require English 6:
- IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, no band below 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: total 90, written 20
University Admissions does not accept IELTS General Training or IELTS Indicator.
Living in Sweden
- Housing is the hard part, apply for student accommodation the moment you're admitted; it's scarce in big cities.
- You'll get a personnummer for courses of 12+ months, which unlocks banking and services.
- Daily life runs in English, but basic Swedish helps socially and for jobs.
- Winters are dark and cold, budget for warm clothing and expect an adjustment.
Round one or round two?
Round one, its earlier timeline suits international students and gives more time to arrange the permit, funds and housing.
An Aurora mentor can review your programme shortlist and SOP before you submit.
