Syed Yusuf Ashraf Study Abroad Content Specialist
Study Abroad Content Specialist
There are 39 universities in Sweden with 8 being ranked among the top 100 universities in Europe while of 5 of them are listed among Top 200 universities globally by Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. As per the recent report by Statistics Sweden, there were 42,960 international students studying in Swedish universities across undergraduate and graduate level courses. This includes 19,030 male students and 23,920 female students.
- Karolinska Institute, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Lund University and Uppsala University are some of the high ranking universities in Sweden.
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stockholm University ranks among the top 100 in THE Global Employability Rankings 2025.
- The annual tuition in top Swedish universities ranges from 80,000 - 395,700 SEK (₹6.22 lakhs - ₹3.81 lakhs) for undergraduate programs and 62,500 - 321,300 SEK (₹4.86 lakhs - ₹25 lakhs) for graduate programs.
- The applications for all Swedish universities are accepted through the Swedish National Application Portal.
Also Check: Sweden University Admissions 2025
Top Universities in Sweden for International Students
Mentioned below are the top 10 universities in Sweden as per Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 along with THE Best Universities in Europe Rankings 2025:
| THE World Rankings 2025 | THE Best Universities in Europe Rankings 2025 | Top Universities | Annual Tuition Fees for UG | Annual Tuition Fees for PG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #49 | #14 | Karolinska Institute | 90,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs) | 90,000 - 100,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs - 7.78 lakhs) |
| #=95 | #=32 | KTH Royal Institute of Technology | 1,05,750 SEK (₹8.19 lakhs) | 180,000 SEK (₹13.94 lakhs) |
| #=95 | #=32 | Lund University | 57,500 - 102,500 SEK (₹4.45 lakhs - 7.93 lakhs) | 62,500 - 102,000 SEK (₹4.84 lakhs - ₹7.9 lakhs) |
| #=130 | #53 | Uppsala University | 100,000 - 145,000 SEK (₹7.72 lakhs - ₹11.20 lakhs) | 90,000 - 1,44,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs - ₹11.21 lakhs) |
| #=191 | #=86 | Stockholm University | 90,000 (₹7 lakhs) | 90,000 - 100,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs - 7.78 lakhs) |
| #201-250 | #=92 | Chalmers University of Technology | 1,60,000 - 2,10,000 SEK (₹12.31 lakhs - ₹16.16 lakhs) | |
| #201-250 | #=92 | Linkoping University | 80,000 - 136,000 SEK (₹6.22 lakhs - ₹10.58 lakhs) | |
| #201-250 | #=92 | University of Gothenburg | 94,020 - 3,25,980 SEK (₹7.32 lakhs - ₹25.38 lakhs) | 1,42,020 SEK (₹6.22 lakhs - ₹11.05 lakhs) |
| #351-400 | #=160 | Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences | 140,000 SEK (₹10.90 lakhs) | 113,000 - 186,000 SEK (₹8.79 lakhs - ₹14.48 lakhs) |
| #351-400 | #=160 | Umea University | 96,600 - 395,700 SEK (₹7.52 lakhs - ₹30.81 lakhs) | 321,300 SEK (₹25 lakhs) |
Note: 1 SEK = 7.71 INR as of December 12, 2024
Also Check: Cost of Living in Sweden
Why Study in Sweden Universities?
Sweden is one popular study destination in Europe with it's 8 universities ranked among top 100 in Europe as per QS WUR Rankings 2025. Some other why you should apply for Swedish universities are as follows:
- Study English taught courses: Though the official language of Sweden is Swedish, there many universities in Sweden which offer courses entirely in English especially master's or graduate courses.
- Jobs and Internship Opportunity: Sweden is a home to several globally renowned businesses including Ericsson, Scania, Tetra Pak, among other which others. With a strong presence of such companies l, you can find extensive range of jobs and internship opportunities in Sweden.
- High Employability and Graduate Salaries: The top universities in Sweden such as Karolinska Institute, KTH, Stockholm University and Chalmers University of Technology boast high employability with graduate earning annual salary between ₹9.38 lakhs - ₹1.34 crores. Moreover, these universities are listed among 150 worldwide for graduate Employability in 2025 by TIMES Higher Education.
Also Read: A Complete Guide to Study in Sweden for International Students
Karolinska Institute
Karolinska Institute is one of the top 50 universities according to various ranking agencies. The institute is well renowned for its medical with its clinical health and life science courses being ranked #16th and #31st respectively in THE Subject Rankings 2024. Nearly 34% of the doctoral students across Sweden in medical or health sciences are studying at Karolinska Institute.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notable Rankings | U.S. News Best Global Universities 2025- #51 | CWUR 2024- #40 | THE Global Employability Rankings 2025- #113 |
| Top Courses | Clinical Health, Life Sciences, Psychology |
| Total Enrolment | 8,005 (28% international students) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (SEK) | UG: 90,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs) | PG: 90,000 - 100,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs - 7.78 lakhs) |
| Average Graduate Salary Per Annum | 887,465 SEK (₹68.74 lakhs) |
| Top Recruiters | Swedish Food Agency | Swedish Chemical Agency | Swedish Public Health Agency | AstraZeneca | OctaPharma |
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
KTH Royal is ranked among the top 100 universities globally in the QS WUR Rankings 2025 and THE World University Rankings 2025. The university has also been ranked among the top 100 universities in the world for computer science, and engineering courses by THE. The university offers 1 bachelor’s degree and 70 master's degree in a diverse range of disciplines.. Nearly 97% of KTH graduates secure jobs upon graduation. 50% of them get a job offer even before graduation.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notable Rankings | QS WUR 2025- #74 | U.S. News Bes Global Universities 2024-25- #251 | THE Global Employability Rankings 2025- #75 |
| Top Courses | Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Sciences |
| Total Enrolment | 13,955 (26% international students) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (SEK) | UG: 1,05,750 SEK (₹8.19 lakhs) | PG: 180,000 SEK (₹13.94 lakhs) |
| Average Graduate Salary Per Annum | 1,731,104 SEK (₹1.34 crores) |
| Top Recruiters | Ericsson | Scania | SAAB |
Lund University
Lund University is one of the most popular universities in Sweden among international students which is a home to nearly 47,000 students. The university offers one of the world's leading research facilities in life sciences and materials research. Lund University 270 courses in disciplines like economics, engineering, law, medicine, social sciences, science among others.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notable Rankings | U.S. News Best Global Universities 2024-25- #125 | QS WUR 2025- #74 |
| Top Courses | Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Business & Economics, Clinical and Health, Arts & Humanities |
| Total Enrolment | 47,000 (25% international students) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (SEK) | UG: 57,500 - 102,500 SEK (₹4.45 lakhs - 7.93 lakhs) | PG: 62,500 - 102,000 SEK (₹4.84 lakhs - ₹7.9 lakhs) |
| Top Recruiters | Ericsson | Sony Mobile | Gambro | Tetra Pak | Alfa Laval |
Uppsala University
Uppsala University is one of the oldest universities in Sweden, established in 1477. The university has been ranked among the top 150 universities in the world by THE, U.S. News and QS in the latest Rankings. Currently, Uppsala is a home to 52,900 students and nearly 5,000 researchers. The courses at Uppsala University are offered in medicine & pharmacy, humanities & social sciences, and sciences & technology. Here you can choose from 80 bachelor’s degrees, 100 master’s degrees and doctoral degrees in 166 subjects.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notable Rankings | U.S. News Best Global Universities 2024-25- #150 | QS WUR 2025- #103 | THE Global Employability Rankings 2025- #226 |
| Top Courses | Life Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Business & Economics, Law |
| Total Enrolment | 52,900 (18% international students) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (SEK) | UG: 100,000 - 145,000 SEK (₹7.72 lakhs - ₹11.20 lakhs) | PG: 90,000 - 1,44,000 SEK (₹7 lakhs - ₹11.21 lakhs) |
| Top Recruiters | Cavidi | AAC CLYDE SPACE | Navinci | BIOARCTIC | Magstrom |
Stockholm University
Stockholm University ranks #191 in the world and #86 in Europe as per THE Rankings 2025. The university currently enrols 39,672 students across different study levels in full-time and part-time courses. Of those, 29,440 students are full-time students. Stockholm University offers 5 bachelor’s degrees, and over 100 master’s degrees. The university demonstrates high employability after graduation for both bachelor’s and master's degrees. In 2023, 97% of graduates from MSc economics and 94% of graduates from BSc Economics secured jobs after graduating from Stockholm University.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notable Rankings | U.S. News Best Global Universities 2024-25- #153 | QS WUR 2025- #128 | THE Global Employability Rankings 2025- #80 |
| Top Courses | Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Life Sciences, Law, Physical Sciences |
| Total Enrolment | 39,672 (4.18% international students) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (SEK) | UG: 90,000 (₹6.92 lakhs) | PG: 90,000 - 100,000 SEK (₹6.92 lakhs - ₹7.69 lakhs) |
| Average Graduate Salary Per Annum | 360,000 SEK (₹27.70 lakhs) |
Chalmers University of Technology
Chalmers University was initially established as an industry school in 1849. Since then, the university has made a major contribution in meeting industry needs and societal development. Currently, there are 10,773 students at Chalmers University including 34% female and 66% male students. Here you choose from 30 bachelor’s degrees and 40 master's degrees in fields like architecture, engineering, science and technology management. The masters degrees are entirely taught in English while the bachelor’s degrees are taught in Swedish.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notable Rankings | U.S. News Best Global Universities 2024-25- #341 | QS WUR 2025- #139 | THE Global Employability Rankings 2025- #110 |
| Top Courses | Engineering, Computer Science, Business & Economics, Physical Sciences, Education |
| Total Enrolment | 10,083 (17% international students) |
| Annual Tuition Fee (SEK) | 1,60,000 - 2,10,000 SEK (₹12.31 lakhs - ₹16.16 lakhs) for both UG and PG |
| Average Graduate Salary Per Annum | 122,000 SEK (₹9.38 lakhs ) |
| Top Recruiters | Volvo | Ericsson | AstaZero | SKF |
Sweden is one of the best countries in terms of gender equality. The country has a high employment rate across popular professional fields, with salaries reaching up to 1,222,000 SEK (₹94.03 lakhs) per annum. Sweden is a centre of innovation with big businesses like Sony, AstraZeneca, and OctaPharma emerging from the grassroot level. Considering the exceptional academic facilities, balanced lifestyle, and sufficient work opportunities for graduates, Sweden ensures an ideal environment for students planning to study abroad.
FAQS
Ques. Are there free universities in Sweden?
Ans. The masters and bachelors are offered free of cost in all Sweden universities for all domestic and EU/EEA students. International students are obliged to pay tuition fees to study in Sweden. However, as an international student, you can pursue a PhD degree without paying any tuition fees.
Ques. Is Sweden good for Indians to settle?
Ans. If you wish to study high quality education with high living standards, then Sweden is the right choice for you. Sweden is also known for gender equality, environmental sustainability and affordable education. The cost of study in Sweden is relatively similar to what you might pay in India. However, the cost of living in Sweden is nearly 170% higher than India.
Ques. Is English accepted in Sweden?
Ans. International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency to study most master's degree courses in Sweden. You need an IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL IBT score of 79 to be eligible for admission.
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