Common questions about studying at Stockholm University
Yes. As an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, you can study at Stockholm 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.
Stockholm University has around 30,400 students, of whom about 17% are international.
Stockholm University offers 70+ programmes taught fully in English, alongside its Swedish-taught programmes.
Budget roughly SEK 9,000–13,000 per month for accommodation, food, and daily costs. Stockholm student budget, higher than smaller university towns. This covers essentials but not travel or big one-off purchases.
No, Stockholm University does not guarantee housing. Register with student housing providers as early as possible - queues in Swedish university cities can run for months.
Stockholm University doesn't have traditional student nations, but student life is organised through student unions such as Stockholm University Student Union (SUS), which run social events, career fairs, and student services.
Based on applicant demand, the most popular programmes at Stockholm University are Law, Psychology, Social Work.
Stockholm University is ranked #7 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 Stockholm University profile is compiled from public sources we try to keep current. Always visit the official website and verify the data and content.
