Study abroad at Linnaeus University

Learn more about studying at Linnaeus University as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Type
    Public
  • International students
    2200
  • Nationalities
    50
  • Total programs
    42
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Study abroad at Linnaeus University

Linnaeus University is based in the Swedish cities of Kalmar and Växjö, and offers a modern, high quality education. The University’s student life is characterized with many cultural and social activities and interesting programs to choose from.

Växjö has been declared ‘the greenest city in Europe’ and is surrounded by wonderful forests and lakes, while Kalmar is a charming town dating back to the Middle Ages, beautifully located by the Baltic Sea.

International students at Linnaeus University can study at both undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate level. Linnaeus University does not own any housing themselves, but has agreements with local housing companies in order to arrange accommodation for some students.

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Why study at Linnaeus University

  • Mentor program

    International students are paired up with Swedish students to help them settle in

  • International profile

    partnered with universities in over 60 countries

  • Amazing diversity

    The student community is very global

Location

Linnaeus University

P G Vejdes väg, 351 95 Växjö, Sweden & Pedalstråket 11. 392. Kalmar, Sweden

Växjö is the "capital" of Kronoberg County in south-eastern Sweden. It has been declared ‘the greenest city in Europe’ and is surrounded by wonderful forests and lakes.

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Scholarships at Linnaeus University

  • Linnaeus University Scholarship for Current Students

    Official page

    Scholarship for fee-paying students already enrolled in a two- or three-year bachelors or masters programme at Linnaeus University. It covers 75% of tuition fees, initially for one semester and extendable for the programme duration subject to satisfactory study results. Eligibility includes citizenship outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland and at least 30 completed credits. No scholarships were offered under this programme in 2026 because funding was unavailable.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Students with citizenship not within the EU / EEA, or Switzerland, are required to pay application and tuition fees.

The tuition fees at Linnaeus University are divided into categories. Course fees are determined on an annual basis but will apply to the whole period of study for which the student has been admitted.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from SEK110,000 to SEK285,500 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from SEK109,700 to SEK285,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Linnaeus University?

Category Cost  (in Swedish Krona)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centrekr 7,359
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centrekr 5,919
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)kr 563
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)kr 315
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)kr 267Range: kr 145 to kr 398· Sweden average
Monthly public transport passkr 631
Monthly grocery basketkr 1,655
Coffee shop drinkkr 41
Cinema or cultural event ticketkr 164
Gym membershipkr 360

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Linnaeus University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Sweden, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Life at Linnaeus University

Linnaeus University has a strong international profile, with partner universities in more than 60 countries. Each year around 2,000 international students from across the globe go to Linnaeus to study.

The University operates a buddy program for international students to be paired with Swedish students; this is to help support students when moving to Linnaeus and giving them a source of information on life in Sweden.

The students’ union at Linnaeus University – Linnéstudenterna – works to ensure that all students receive the best possible education, but also supports a network of clubs and societies for students to join. Sports teams are also available for students to join.

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Facilities

  • Library
    • Quiet Areas
    • Computer labs
  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • 1 Badminton Courts
    • 1 Basketball Courts
    • 1 volleyball courts
    • 1 Climbing Wall
    • 1 Tennis Courts
  • Sports Facilities
    • 1 Sport facilities
  • Clubs & Organisations
    • 70 Clubs & Organizations
  • Praying Rooms
    • Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Restaurants
    • Cafe’s
  • Tutoring Support
    • Student Tutoring & Support
    • Peer & Buddy Program
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Family Planning

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