International students planning to study in Sweden now have a major tuition-saving opportunity as the Linnaeus University Scholarship prepares to open for the 2026 intake. Designed to support talented global applicants, this scholarship offers generous tuition fee reductions for students enrolling in master’s programs starting in autumn 2026.
The Linnaeus University Scholarship is funded through a Swedish government-backed initiative and aims to attract academically strong students from around the world. With multiple awards available, successful applicants can secure up to 75 percent tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of their master’s program, making Sweden a far more affordable destination for quality European education.
Students who plan ahead and submit strong academic profiles can significantly reduce study costs while gaining access to internationally recognized master’s programs in Sweden.
Package of Linnaeus University Scholarship
This scholarship focuses on easing tuition expenses for high-achieving international students. It offers substantial financial relief and ensures continuity of funding for those maintaining strong academic performance.
- Linnaeus University Scholarship covers up to 75 percent of the tuition fee
- Valid for full duration of master’s program (2–4 semesters) with satisfactory academic progress
- Initially granted for one semester and automatically extended upon good academic results
- Multiple awards available for international master’s students
- Opportunity to study in Sweden with reduced financial burden
- Access to high-quality education and global career pathways
- Funded through Swedish government-supported scholarship funding.
Eligibility Required to Apply
Applicants must meet specific academic and application requirements to be considered for the scholarship. Only candidates with complete and timely applications will be evaluated.
- Must be a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
- Must apply for a master’s programme at Linnaeus University via universityadmissions.se
- Must choose Linnaeus University as first priority on application portal
- Must submit all required admission documents before February 2
- Must pay the application fee before February 2
- Must complete the scholarship application form before the deadline
- Selection is based mainly on academic merit (CGPA), university ranking, and English proficiency
- Balanced distribution by country of origin and gender may also be considered
Apply: https://lnu.se/en/education/study-at-linnaeus-university/scholarships/
Application Deadline
The application window for the Linnaeus University Scholarship 2026 will open on February 5, 2026 and close on February 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM CET.