Prospective students

International students
Living costs and scholarships
Studying abroad is an investment, in terms of both time and money. The information below provides a general idea of what you can expect your living costs to be, as well as details about available scholarships and how to apply for Södertörn University’s tuition fee waiver.
Meet us
We organise regular webinars and attend physical, digital, and hybrid education events where we offer an opportunity for our prospective international students and international offer-holders to meet us and learn more about Södertörn University.
Application information for freemover students
Sweden has a pooled admission system, so prospective students apply for courses and programmes at all Swedish higher education institutions through a single platform: www.universityadmissions.se. Please note that you must not send applications or any other documentation directly to Södertörn University unless you are an exchange student.
Exchange students
Application for exchange students
Read more about the application process for exchange students.
How to choose courses
Choose the courses you would like to take during your exchange period at Södertörn University in the online application.
Exchange students with disabilities
If you wish to study at Södertörn University as an exchange student, you need to start by contacting the International Office at your home university to find out how you can be selected as an exchange student.
Guide to higher education
Read the guide to higher education. It has information about how to apply for courses and programmes, explanations of terms and the structure of Swedish higher education, as well as where you can turn to for help and advice.
Why study at Södertörn University?
International students play an important role at Södertörn University and every year increasing numbers of international students decide to pursue postgraduate education with us.
Welcome to Sweden!
Here you will find practical information regarding how to settle in your new country and navigate in the capital of Sweden.