Applications are now open for the Linnaeus University Scholarship 2024 for international students. Each year Linnaeus University offers scholarships to outstanding students from countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland through the program “Linnaeus University Scholarships” and “Linnaeus University Scholarship for Current Students”.
Linnaeus University Scholarship program is offered for students who study master’s programs. Students can only apply for this scholarship before commencing the program.
Linnaeus University for Current Students is offered for students who are already enrolled in a two- or three-year program at Linnaeus University. Students can only apply for this scholarship after commencing the program.
Information about the scholarship
The scholarship covers 75 percent of the tuition fee, please see details regarding the application below. It is currently not possible to apply for this scholarship. The next application round will open 8th of February, 2024 for students that will commence their studies at Linnaeus University during autumn 2024. The last day to apply is the 20th of February at 13.00 (1.00 PM CET, Central European Time)
There are a number of scholarships available, each providing up to a 75 percent tuition fee waiver for the full program. The scholarships will initially be granted for one semester, but will automatically be extended for the duration of the study program (2 up to 4 semesters), provided that study results are satisfactory.
Also See: Neufert-Foundation Scholarships 2024 in Germany
About the Linnaeus University Scholarship 2024 in Sweden
- Level of Study: Bachelor, Masters
- University: Linnaeus University
- Country: Sweden
- Program Period: Depends on the selected program.
- Deadline: February 20, 2024
Eligibility Criteria
- Are from a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
- have applied for a master’s program at Linnaeus University before January 16 AND have sent/ uploaded all required documents before February 1.
- have chosen Linnaeus University as your first choice on your application on www.universityadmissions.se
- paid the application fee to www.universityadmissions.se before February 1.
- have filled out the application form before the deadline for the application.
Based on which criteria will Linnaeus University select the students who will be awarded scholarships?
Linnaeus University’s decision to award scholarships will primarily be based on the student’s academic merits. Usually, this is based on the CGPA, but the ranking of the previous university and the student’s proficiency in English will also be considered. Linnaeus University also favors an even distribution of students when it comes to country of origin and gender.
Who Sponsored the scholarships?
Linnaeus University receives funding from a fund powered by the Swedish government.
Timeline for Linnaeus University Scholarship in Sweden
End of January/Beginning of February – All students who have applied for a Linnaeus University master program on www.universityadmissions.se as their first choice will get an email with information on how to apply for the scholarship along with a link to the application form. Make sure to check your junk mail/spam folder. The email is sent out 8th of February.
February 8, 2024 – Application opens.
February 20, 2024 – Application closes at 13.00 (1.00 PM CET, Central European Time)
End of April – Announcement of who will be receiving a scholarship from Linnaeus University
Required documents
We need the following documents from you:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivation letter
The motivation letter should contain a maximum of 600 words. Please answer the following questions in your motivation letter:
- Why do you want to study this program at Linnaeus University?
- What other qualities do you have besides academic excellence?
- What are your career aspirations?
Application
All students who have applied for a Linnaeus University master’s program on www.universityadmissions.se as their first choice will get an email with information on how to apply for the scholarship along with a link to the application form. Make sure to check your junk mail/spam folder. The email will be sent out on the 8th of February.
The deadline for the application is February 20, 2024, 13.00 (1.00 PM CET). Remember that it is important to fully complete your application on www.universityadmissions.se and to submit the application form in order to qualify for our scholarship. Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Please see the information below about what steps need to be taken in order to apply for a Linnaeus University scholarship.
How to apply for Linnaeus University Scholarship 2024?
1. Make your programme application at www.universityadmissions.se by January 16. You have to choose Linnaeus University as your first choice.
2. Fill out the Scholarship application form along with the required documents, which are listed below before the deadline that is mentioned above.
You should also apply for these Scholarships
- European Union Government Scholarships | Fully Funded
- Yale University Scholarship 2024 USA (Fully Funded)
Scholarships for Current Students at Linnaeus University
This scholarship is for students already enrolled in a two- or three-year program at Linnaeus University at the bachelor’s or master’s level and covers 75 percent of the tuition fee. The scholarships will initially be granted for one semester, but will automatically be extended for the duration of the study program (2 up to 4 semesters), provided that study results are satisfactory.
The application for Scholarships for Current Students is closed. The next application round opens in Spring 2024.
You are eligible to apply if you:
- Are from a country outside of the EU/EEA and Switzerland
- Already are enrolled in a two- or three-year lasting program at Linnaeus University at Bachelor or Master level
- Are registered on full-time studies during Spring 2024
- Have passed at least 30 credits within your program.
Eligibility Criteria
Linnaeus University’s decision to award scholarships will be based on study completion and grades of the previous year/years of your program. With study completion, we mean the number of credits that you have passed in comparison to the possible number of credits that you could have taken. CV and motivation letter is not required.
How to apply
The application for Scholarships for Current Students is closed. The next application round opens in Spring 2024.
You only need to apply via the application form and be eligible to be considered for a scholarship. There are no attached documents needed to apply. You may see which criteria Linnaeus University will base its decision to award scholarships on and who are eligible to apply above.
