Study in Sweden – Scholarship Overview
Sweden is one of the most popular study destinations in Europe for Bangladeshi students, especially for Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Sustainability, and Business programs. Swedish universities are globally recognized for innovation, research, and industry collaboration. Although tuition fees are charged for non-EU students, Sweden offers several prestigious scholarships that can significantly reduce or completely cover study costs.
Types of Scholarships in Sweden
1. Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals (SISGP)
The Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals (SISGP) is the flagship scholarship funded by the Swedish Government. This scholarship is mainly available for Master's degree students.
Coverage
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly living stipend: 12,000 SEK/month
- Travel grant: 15,000 SEK (for eligible countries)
- Insurance coverage
Eligible Majors: Engineering, AI, Computer Science, Data Science, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Health
Apply Here:
https://si.se/en/apply/scholarships/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals
2. University Scholarships
Most Swedish universities offer scholarships for international students based on academic merit.
Coverage
- 25% tuition fee waiver
- 50% tuition fee waiver
- 75% tuition fee waiver
- 100% tuition fee waiver
Most scholarships cover tuition fees only. Living expenses are usually the student's responsibility.
Eligible Majors: Engineering, Computer Science, AI, Business, Economics, Health Sciences, Social Sciences
Popular University Scholarship Portals
Lund University
Apply Here:
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/admissions/scholarships
Uppsala University
Apply Here:
https://www.uu.se/en/study/scholarships
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Apply Here:
https://www.kth.se/en/studies/master/scholarships
Chalmers University of Technology
Apply Here:
https://www.chalmers.se/en/education/fees-finance
3. Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (Fully Funded)
Many Swedish universities participate in Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree programs.
Coverage
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly stipend: approximately 1,400 EUR/month
- Travel allowance
- Health insurance
Eligible Majors: AI, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Health, Sustainability
Apply Here:
https://www.eacea.ec.europa.eu/scholarships/erasmus-mundus-catalogue_en
4. PhD Research Positions
Unlike many countries, most PhD students in Sweden are hired as university employees.
Coverage
- Full tuition fee exemption
- Monthly salary: approximately 25,000 – 35,000 SEK/month before tax
Eligible Majors: AI, Computer Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Health Sciences, Natural Sciences
Apply through university career and research portals.
Who Can Apply
Sweden welcomes international students at Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels. Scholarships are mainly awarded based on academic merit, leadership potential, and professional experience. Students usually apply through Sweden's centralized admission system and then apply for scholarships separately. Academic performance, leadership experience, professional achievements, motivation letters, and English proficiency are important factors for scholarship selection.
Eligibility & Qualification
- Must be an international student
- Strong academic record
- HSC/A-Level for Bachelor's admission
- Bachelor's degree for Master's admission
- Master's degree for PhD admission
- IELTS/TOEFL generally required
- Work experience may be preferred for SISGP
Required Documents (University + Scholarship)
Documents Required
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Passport copy
- CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Recommendation letters
- IELTS/TOEFL score
- Employment certificate (for SISGP where applicable)
- Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
- Passport-size photographs
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
Steps
- Choose university and study program
- Apply through the national admission portal
- Upload required documents
- Apply for scholarship separately
- Receive admission decision
- Receive scholarship result
- Confirm enrollment
- Prepare for visa/residence permit
Central Admission Portal
Apply Here:
https://www.universityadmissions.se
Visa Required Documents
Student Residence Permit Documents
- Valid passport
- University admission letter
- Scholarship award letter (if applicable)
- Proof of financial support
- Health insurance (if required)
- Passport-size photographs
Residence Permit Process (Step-by-Step)
Steps
- Receive admission letter
- Prepare required documents
- Apply online for residence permit
- Submit biometrics if required
- Wait for decision
- Receive residence permit
- Travel to Sweden
Sweden Cost Overview (2026 Approx.)
Estimated First-Year Cost
Without Scholarship
- Tuition Fee: 8,000 – 25,000 EUR/year
- Living Cost: 8,000 – 12,000 EUR/year
- Insurance & Other Costs: 1,000 – 2,500 EUR
Total Estimated Cost: 17,000 – 39,500 EUR/year
With SISGP Scholarship
- Full tuition fee covered
- 12,000 SEK/month living stipend
- Travel grant included
- Insurance included
Student expenses become very low.