How much does it cost to study in Sweden?

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Planning your budget is an important part of preparing to study in Sweden. There are various fees you need to be aware of.

The currency used in Sweden is the Swedish krona (SEK).

1 EUR = about 10.2 SEK

1 USD = about 9,0 SEC

10 INR = approximately 1,3 SEK

Applications and tuition fees

Applications and tuition fees apply to students studying at the undergraduate or graduate level who are not EU / EEA / Northern Swedish or Swiss citizens.

The cost of applications is 900 SEK. This fee will be paid as part of your online application at Universityadmissions.se.

Tuition fees in Sweden vary depending on the topic. The average fee for a master’s program is 129000 SEK per year; undergraduate programs are usually inexpensive.

The standard level of fees for different subjects is given below (the exact level may vary).

Social Sciences and Humanities 80,000 SEK - 110,000 SEK per year

Technical applications and natural sciences SEK 120,000 - 145,000 / year

Architecture and Design SEK 190,000 - 270,000 / year

Living expenses

The average monthly student budget is around 8,370 SEK per month. Of course, your expenses will vary depending on where you live and your personal preferences.

Student union fees

Typically, students join a local student union for a small student fee. This gives you access to a variety of student activities and student discounts. Payments range from 50-350 SEK per semester depending on the merger.

Textbooks

On average, you can spend 750 SEK per month on textbooks. In some disciplines, such as law and natural sciences, this number may be higher. Many student unions organize book sales where students can buy used textbooks cheaply; they also sell textbooks used in previous years on campus.