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Sweden Open for autumn 2026 entry — applications via the national University Admissions portal typically close mid-January 2026

Umeå University Tuition Fee Scholarship

Umeå University, in northern Sweden, offers Tuition Fee Scholarships to talented non-EU/EEA Master's students, covering full or partial tuition based on academic merit. Umeå is a leading Swedish research university with international strengths in the life sciences, ecology, design (the renowned Umeå Institute of Design), computing, and the social sciences. For a Sri Lankan first-class graduate, a tuition scholarship makes a Swedish Master's far more affordable — and northern Sweden has lower living costs than Stockholm or Gothenburg, plus a striking natural environment. Sweden's post-study job-seeking residence permit adds graduate-career value. The award covers tuition only, so plan separately for living costs; we help you target the right programme, combine awards where possible, and build a realistic LKR plan.

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Value

Full / Partial Tuition Scholarship

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Duration

1-2 Year Master's

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Basis

Academic Merit

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Apply to an Umeå Master's

You must apply to an eligible Master's at Umeå University 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.

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Non-EU/EEA Fee-Paying Status

The scholarship is for tuition-liable students — non-EU/EEA citizens, including Sri Lankans. EU/EEA students study tuition-free and aren't eligible.

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Merit-Based Selection

Awards are competitive and based on academic merit. Strong grades and a relevant background improve your chances of a full rather than partial waiver against the international pool.

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English Proficiency

Programmes are taught in English; you'll typically need IELTS 6.5+ ('English 6' equivalent). Sri Lankan applicants with an English-medium undergraduate degree usually qualify via MOI waiver where accepted.

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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 Tuition Fee Scholarship

Complete Umeå's scholarship application within its window, indicating the programmes you've applied to and any required motivation.

Selection

The university assesses academic merit and awards full or partial tuition scholarships to the strongest candidates. Outcomes follow 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 living-cost funds. Sweden offers a job-seeking residence permit after graduation.

Why Umeå University?

Umeå is a leading northern-Swedish research university strong in the life sciences, ecology, computing, the social sciences, and design (the world-class Umeå Institute of Design). A tuition scholarship, lower living costs than southern Sweden, and the post-study residence permit make an Umeå Master's an affordable, high-quality route for a Sri Lankan graduate.