Common questions about studying at Karlstad University
Yes. As an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, you can study at Karlstad University without paying tuition fees - the same as Swedish students. You'll still need to cover living costs and, if required, show proof of funds.
Non-EU/EEA students pay tuition at Karlstad University: roughly €12,100/year for Bachelor's programmes and €13,400/year for Master's programmes, on top of the SEK 900 application fee and a residence permit. See ODIN's international student guide at /international for the full breakdown.
Karlstad University has around 17,000 students, of whom about 11% are international.
Karlstad University is ranked #13 in ODIN's Swedish University Index, a composite ranking built specifically for students choosing a university in Sweden (see /methodology for how it's calculated).
The Karlstad University profile is compiled from public sources we try to keep current. Always visit the official website and verify the data and content.
