This guide covers the 3 scholarships in Sweden that ScholarshipClaude lists for 2027: 1 fully funded and 2 with partial funding. For each one you will find what it pays for, who can apply and the deadline, with a link to the full page. The list was last updated on 8 October 2026.
The nearest confirmed deadline is KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden, on 15 January 2027. Scholarships with expected dates are based on the previous cycle and will be confirmed when the new call opens.
How scholarships work in Sweden
Sweden charges tuition fees to students from outside the EU and EEA. Scholarships come from the Swedish Institute, which funds professionals from selected countries, and from the universities, whose awards usually cover tuition only. You apply for your master's programme first on the national admissions site, and for the scholarship in a separate step.
Scholarships in Sweden 2027 at a glance
| Scholarship | Level | Funding | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden | Master's | Partial | 15 January 2027 |
| Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden | Master's | Partial | Expected 2 February 2027 |
| Swedish Institute Scholarship | Master's | Fully funded | Expected 25 February 2027 |
Fully funded scholarships in Sweden for international students
Swedish Institute Scholarship
The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) fund master's studies in Sweden for professionals with work and leadership experience. The scholarship is open only to citizens of 34 listed countries.
What it covers:
- Full tuition fees, paid by SI directly to your Swedish university each semester
- Monthly allowance of 12,000 Swedish kronor for living costs for the whole study period
- One-time travel grant of 15,000 kronor (10,000 kronor for scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine); it is not paid to students who already live in Sweden
- Membership of the SI Network for Global Professionals and, afterwards, the Sweden Alumni Network
Who can apply:
- Citizen of one of the 34 eligible countries; Pakistan is not on the list
- Apply for a master's programme that is eligible for the SI scholarship
- Liable to pay tuition fees at University Admissions
Level: Master's. Deadline: expected 25 February 2027. Full details and how to apply.
Partial scholarships in Sweden
KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden
The KTH Scholarship covers the full tuition fee of a one or two year master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. It is for fee-paying students, and selection focuses on academic excellence and the drive to contribute to sustainable development. It does not include money for living costs, so it is shown here as partial funding. In 2026, 9% of the scholarship applicants admitted to a programme were nominated for the scholarship (65 out of 718).
What it covers:
- Full tuition fee for the programme
Who can apply:
- Required to pay tuition fees in Sweden
- Applying to a KTH master's programme in the main round
- Excellent academic record
Level: Master's. Deadline: 15 January 2027. Full details and how to apply.
Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden
The Uppsala University Global Scholarship covers the full tuition fee of an international master's programme at Uppsala University for citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. It does not cover living expenses. The scholarship is funded by the Swedish Council for Higher Education.
What it covers:
- Full tuition fee for an international master's programme at Uppsala University
- Not covered: living expenses
Who can apply:
- Required to pay tuition fees in Sweden
- Applying to an Uppsala master's programme in the first round
- Excellent academic record
Level: Master's. Deadline: expected 2 February 2027. Full details and how to apply.
Scholarships in Sweden: documents and how to apply
KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden
Documents:
- University Admissions application
- KTH scholarship application
- Transcripts and degree certificate
- CV and letter of motivation
Application steps:
- Apply for a KTH master's programme on universityadmissions.se
- Submit the KTH Scholarship application between 1 December 2026 and 15 January 2027
- Scholarship results are announced on 1 April 2027
How applications are assessed:
- Your grades (GPA or equivalent)
- The ranking of the university that awarded your bachelor's degree
- Your motivation: how you will contribute to the sustainable development goals with a master's degree from KTH
- The scholarship is awarded mainly on academic excellence, alongside the admissions process
Duration: 2 years. Open to: Fee-paying students (non-EU/EEA). Go to the KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden page.
Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden
Documents:
- University Admissions application
- Uppsala scholarship application
- Transcripts
- Motivation statement
Application steps:
- Apply for an Uppsala master's programme on universityadmissions.se before the University Admissions deadline, and pay the application fee
- Make sure your supporting documents reach University Admissions before that deadline
- Submit the Uppsala scholarship application when the round opens in early 2027 (last round: 16 January to 2 February)
- Late scholarship applications are not accepted
How applications are assessed:
- Selection is merit-based, using the academic performance shown in your programme application
- A motivation letter explaining why you should be awarded the scholarship
- Selection takes place at the same time as admission to the programme
Duration: 1 to 2 years. Open to: Fee-paying students (non-EU/EEA). Go to the Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden page.
Swedish Institute Scholarship
More eligibility rules:
- Demonstrated work experience: applicants from most of the listed countries need at least 3,000 hours, gained with a maximum of three employers
- Demonstrated leadership experience from a current or previous employer, or from civil society engagement
Documents:
- University Admissions application and its documents for your master's programmes
- SI scholarship application in the SI portal, with one set of the required documents even if you apply for several programmes
- CV in the SI template
- Motivation letter
- Proof of work and leadership experience, and references, on the SI forms
- SI publishes the application documents for each round on its website (last round: mid-November), so download the new forms before you start
Application steps:
- Check that your country is on the list of 34 eligible countries
- Apply for up to four eligible master's programmes on universityadmissions.se (last round: 16 October to 15 January) and pay the University Admissions fee
- Download the SI application documents when they are published (last round: mid-November)
- Submit the SI scholarship application in the two-week February window (last round: 9 to 25 February, closing at 14:59 CET); do not wait for the last days
- SI screens the applications and announces the scholarship results (last round: 23 April)
Duration: 1 to 2 years. Open to: Citizens of SISGP eligible countries. Go to the Swedish Institute Scholarship page.
Studying in Sweden: what to know before you apply
Language
Swedish universities teach a large number of master’s programmes entirely in English, so you do not need Swedish to study. You will need to prove your English for admission, usually with a recognised test or an earlier degree taught in English. Learning some Swedish still helps with daily life and with finding part-time work.
How admission works
Sweden uses one national admissions website for most bachelor’s and master’s programmes. You rank the programmes you want in one application, upload your documents once and pay an application fee if you are from outside the EU and EEA. Scholarships are applied for separately, and most ask you to apply for admission first. Check both deadlines, because the scholarship date is not always the same as the admission date.
Costs
Students from outside the EU and EEA pay tuition fees, and the amount depends on the university and subject. A scholarship that covers tuition only still leaves your living costs, so plan for rent, food, transport and insurance. The Swedish Migration Agency asks residence permit applicants to show that they can support themselves, and it publishes the amount required each year.
Residence permit
If you are from outside the EU and EEA and will study for more than three months, you need a residence permit for studies. Apply as soon as you have been admitted and have paid your first tuition instalment or received your scholarship decision, because processing takes time.
Who these scholarships suit
The university scholarships on this page suit students with strong grades who can cover their own living costs. The Swedish Institute scholarship suits working professionals with leadership experience who plan to return home and use what they learn.
Scholarships in Sweden by study level
- Master’s: KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden, Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden, Swedish Institute Scholarship.
Application timeline
Plan your applications in deadline order:
- 15 January 2027: KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden
- Expected 2 February 2027: Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden
- Expected 25 February 2027: Swedish Institute Scholarship
What the scholarships in Sweden ask you to submit
Across the 3 scholarships in Sweden on this page, this is how many ask for each document:
- CV or résumé: 2 of 3 (guide: academic CV template)
- Motivation letter, personal statement, essay or study plan: 3 of 3 (guide: statement of purpose guide and motivation letter template)
- Recommendation or reference letters: 1 of 3 (guide: how to get strong recommendation letters)
- Transcripts or degree certificates: 2 of 3
Frequently asked questions
Which scholarships in Sweden are fully funded?
Among the scholarships we list: Swedish Institute Scholarship.
Which scholarships give partial funding?
KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden, Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden.
Which deadline comes first?
KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden, on 15 January 2027.
See every active scholarship for this country on the scholarships page, and read how to find fully funded scholarships for more options.
Live list: every scholarship we currently cover here
| Scholarship | Funding | Stipend | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTH Scholarship 2027 in Sweden | Partial | See the scholarship page | 15 Jan 2027 |
| Uppsala University Global Scholarships 2027 in Sweden | Partial | See the scholarship page | 2 Feb 2027 (expected) |
| Swedish Institute Scholarship | Fully funded | 12,000 Swedish kronor a month, plus a travel grant of 15,000 kronor | 25 Feb 2027 (expected) |
This table updates itself whenever a scholarship is added or changed, so it can include newer entries than the sections above. See all scholarships.
