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Uppsala University Scholarships

Applications closed Masters Partially Funded Fully Funded
Award On request Confirm the latest award details on the official scholarship page.
Deadline February 15, 2026 Deadline passed
Duration 2 Years How long the scholarship support typically lasts.
Funding type Partially Funded, Fully Funded Whether the award is fully funded, partial, merit-based, or similar.

About this scholarship

What this award covers and who it is designed to support.

The Uppsala University Scholarships are prestigious awards for academically talented students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. The scholarships aim to attract top international students to Uppsala’s high-ranking master’s programs. These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and show strong motivation for pursuing advanced studies at Uppsala University, one of Sweden’s oldest and most respected universities.

Scholarship details

Key facts about level, field, location, and institutions.

Study level

Masters

Field of study

Natural Sciences

Host country

Sweden

Competition

Medium

Opens

January 1, 2026

Eligibility

Who can apply and what academic or personal criteria you need to meet.

The eligibility criteria is as follows:

  • Must be a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland.
  • Must show strong academic potential and high achievement.
  • Must apply for a master’s program at Uppsala University as first priority at UniversityAdmissions.se.
  • Must meet the program’s entry requirements (academic and English language).
  • Must not be a current student at a Swedish university.

Application requirements

Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.

The requirements are as follows:

  • Completed application for a master’s program at Uppsala University.
  • Scholarship application form (separate submission).
  • Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
  • Motivation letter describing goals, achievements, and reasons for choosing Uppsala University.
  • Copy of passport (proving nationality).

What is covered

Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.

The scholarship includes coverage for:

  1. Tuition fee waiver (partial to full)
    • Does not cover living expenses or travel costs.