Scholarship

Each year Kristianstad University offers a number of scholarships to qualified students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland.

Kristianstad University Scholarship

Each year Kristianstad University offers a number of scholarships to students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland with the requirement to pay tuition fee. The scholarship normally covers 50% to 100% of the tuition fee and will be deducted from the tuition fee. The scholarship will not cover living costs and there are no grants for family members.

How and when to apply

  1. Before you apply for a scholarship you must apply for studies at Kristianstad University at the Swedish application portal Universityadmissions.se 
  2. After you have applied for one of our programmes and got your application number from Universityadmission you can apply for a scholarship below.
  3. The timeline for the scholarships coming Autumn follows the timeline for the first Admissions round in Sweden. Hence you will be informed about our decision the week after the admission results are published.

Scholarships for Spring 2027

An email containing a link to the scholarship application form has been sent to current students at Kristianstad University. The deadline for submitting an application is 29 October 2026.

Students admitted to a Bachelor’s programme in Autumn Semester 2026 have not received an application link. Under Kristianstad University’s scholarship regulations, students applying for a scholarship for studies at Bachelor’s level must have been admitted to a programme at Kristianstad University and have completed at least two semesters of studies at the University.

Scholarships for Autumn 2027

Applications for Kristianstad University scholarships are not submitted directly through this website.

After the application fee deadline on 1 February 2027, applicants who have applied for a Master’s programme at Kristianstad University and paid the application fee will receive an email with information and a link to the online scholarship application form.

The application period will be open for a limited time. Please make sure that the email address registered in your University Admissions account is correct and check your spam folder regularly.

Current students who are eligible to apply for a scholarship for a later semester will receive information and an application link by email.

Students applying for a scholarship for studies at first-cycle level must be admitted to a programme at Kristianstad University and have completed at least two semesters of study at the University in order to be eligible.

Selection process

The Kristianstad University Scholarship is merit based. The assessment of scholarship applications is made on the basis of the merits and documents sent to Universityadmissions.se when applying for a programme.

NB. Merits and documents registered after the 1 February will not be taken into consideration when applying for autumn semester.

You are not eligible for a Kristianstad University Scholarship if you have not paid the application fee to Universityadmissons.se for the programme you wish to study. 

Priority will be given to:

  • Applicants who have applied to Kristianstad University in the first instance, and on time.
  • Applicants for campus-based programmes at second-cycle level that are taught in English.
  • Applicants who have previously studied at or are currently studying at Kristianstad University.
  • Applicants with good academic qualifications.

Applications that are not filled in correctly will not be taken into consideration.

No consideration is taken of the students' financial needs in the selection process.

For more information, please see local regulation and guidelines.

Scholarships offered from the Swedish Institute

SI Scholarship for Global Professionals: The Swedish Institute (SI) offers fully funded scholarships for master’s studies in Sweden. The call for application is now open for programmes in the field of STEM, Public Health, Governance, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and covers tuition fee, monthly allowance and a travel expense. SI is looking for ambitious professionals with work and leadership experience, who want to make a difference in their community. The scholarship offers a unique opportunity to develop professionally, academically and build long-lasting relations with Sweden and other global professionals.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply on the Swedish Institute’s website: Scholarship for Global Professionals | Svenska institutet

Pioneering Women in STEM: The Swedish Institute (SI) offers fully funded scholarships for master’s studies in Sweden, covering tuition fee, monthly allowance and a travel expense. SI is looking for women with work and leadership experience who want to lead innovation, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to more inclusive and sustainable societies. The call is now open and includes programmes in the field of STEM. The scholarship offers a unique opportunity to develop professionally, academically and build long-lasting relations with Sweden and other global professionals.

Female citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply for Pioneering Women in STEM: Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply on the Swedish Institute’s website: Pioneering Women in STEM - Svenska institutet