University of Gothenburg Study Scholarship
The University of Gothenburg Study Scholarship is a merit award covering full or partial tuition for talented non-EU/EEA Master's students — a key route into Swedish higher education, where non-EU students otherwise pay tuition. Gothenburg is one of Sweden's largest and most respected universities, strong across business and economics, the social sciences, IT, and the health sciences, in a vibrant west-coast harbour city. For a Sri Lankan first-class graduate, a tuition waiver makes a Swedish Master's much more affordable, leaving living costs as the main expense (and Sweden has a relatively generous post-study job-seeking residence permit). The scholarship covers tuition only, not living costs, so budget for those separately; we help you combine this with the Swedish Institute and other awards where possible, and build a realistic LKR plan.
Open for autumn 2027 entry — applications via the national University Admissions portal typically close mid-January 2027
University of Gothenburg
University-funded
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Value
Full / Partial Tuition Waiver
Duration
1-2 Year Master's
Basis
Academic Merit
info How this award actually works
Who awards it
University of Gothenburg — not Lanka Scholar. We are not the awarding body and cannot grant, reserve or guarantee this award.
How you are considered
Through your admission application. Awards like this are usually assessed automatically from the application you already submit — there is typically no separate scholarship form to fill in.
What it covers
Full or Partial Tuition Waiver (Merit). This is a reduction in tuition, not a full ride. You still fund the remainder, plus living costs and the balance your visa requires you to show.
Where we come in
We make the admission application strong enough to be competitive — course choice, documents, references and deadlines. The funder makes the decision.
fact_check Eligibility Criteria
Apply to a Gothenburg Master's
You must apply to an eligible Master's at the University of Gothenburg for autumn 2026 entry via the national admissions portal. Sri Lankan applicants need a relevant Bachelor's; a first-class or strong upper-second profile is competitive.
Non-EU/EEA Fee-Paying Status
The scholarship is for students liable to pay tuition — i.e. non-EU/EEA citizens, including Sri Lankans. EU/EEA students study tuition-free and aren't eligible. There is no further nationality restriction.
Merit-Based Selection
Awards are competitive and based on academic merit (and, for some, motivation). Strong grades and relevant background materially improve your chances against the international pool.
English Proficiency
Programmes are taught in English; you'll typically need IELTS 6.5+ (Sweden's 'English 6' equivalent). Sri Lankan applicants with an English-medium undergraduate degree usually qualify via MOI waiver where accepted.
account_tree Application Process
Apply via University Admissions
Submit your Master's application through Sweden's national University Admissions portal by the mid-January deadline, pay the application fee, and upload transcripts (certified translation), degree certificate, and proof of English.
Apply for the Study Scholarship
Complete the University of Gothenburg scholarship application within its window, indicating the programmes you've applied to. Some awards are assessed automatically from the applicant pool.
Selection
The university assesses academic merit and awards full or partial tuition waivers to the strongest candidates. Outcomes follow the admission results in spring.
Accept and apply for a Swedish residence permit
Accept your place and scholarship, then apply for the Swedish student residence permit, showing funds for living costs. Sweden offers a job-seeking residence permit after graduation.
Why University of Gothenburg?
The University of Gothenburg is one of Sweden's largest and most respected universities, strong in business, economics, the social sciences, IT, and health, in a lively west-coast harbour city. A tuition waiver plus Sweden's post-study residence options make a Gothenburg Master's an affordable, high-quality route for a Sri Lankan graduate.
Full
Tuition Waiver Possible
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Swedish University
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Post-Study Residence Permit
Looking for a scholarship because of the cost?
Then start here instead. Scholarships are competitive, usually partial, and decided by someone else — they are the least reliable way to make studying abroad affordable. Your destination and course choice move the number far more, and both are entirely within your control.
Work out your real number
Tuition, living costs, visa funds and flights for your destination — so you know the gap you are actually trying to close.
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Tuition, living costs and the total first-year figure for Sweden, in LKR as well as local currency.
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