EH International Programme Scholarship
50% reduction of tuition fees for non-EU/EEA/Swiss students admitted to an eligible STEM bachelor's or master's programme at Karlstad University starting in the autumn.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Sweden
Funding
Covers 50% of the tuition fee, deducted directly from the fee. The award is first for one semester and extended for the whole programme if study results are satisfactory. It does not cover living expenses.
Eligible applicants
Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland applying to an eligible STEM bachelor's or master's programme starting in autumn; 2026 window 16 January to 15 February
Photo: Jan Ainali, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Overview
EH International Programme Scholarship is offered by Karlstad University for Master’s study in Sweden. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 12, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionApply to an eligible STEM programme through universityadmissions.se.
- Transcript of recordsRequired
- CV (maximum 3 pages)Required
- Motivation letter (maximum 500 words)Required
- Passport copyRequired
What this scholarship covers
50% reduction of tuition fees
Included
Living expenses
Not included
Covers 50% of the tuition fee, deducted directly from the fee. The award is first for one semester and extended for the whole programme if study results are satisfactory. It does not cover living expenses. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 12, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Eligible fee-paying international students.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Merit-based; strong academic record
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Fields
- Science · Technology · Engineering · Mathematics
- Countries
- Sweden
Official eligibility summary
Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who apply to an eligible STEM bachelor's or master's programme starting in the autumn and pay the application fee unless exempt. Not eligible: applicants who have lived in Sweden for more than two years, hold a Swedish permanent residence or work permit, already hold a Swedish master's degree, or have received a Swedish Institute or other Swedish funding scholarship. Applicants must show financial capability for a residence permit.
Applicant profile
- Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland applying to an eligible STEM bachelor's or master's programme starting in autumn; 2026 window 16 January to 15 February
Study route
- Master’s study in Sweden
Current-cycle criteria
- Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who apply to an eligible STEM bachelor's or master's programme starting in the autumn and pay the application fee unless exempt. Not eligible: applicants who have lived in Sweden for more than two years, hold a Swedish permanent residence or work permit, already hold a Swedish master's degree, or have received a Swedish Institute or other Swedish funding scholarship. Applicants must show financial capability for a residence permit.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Reference letters (one or two)
How to apply
- 1
Apply to an eligible STEM programme on universityadmissions.se and pay the application fee
- 2
Submit the scholarship form through the official link during the application period
- 3
Provide a transcript of records, a CV (max 3 pages), a motivation letter (max 500 words) and a passport copy
Application timeline
Application cycle
The 2026 window ran from 16 January to 15 February 2026 and recipients were notified at the end of April. The 2027 window is not stated on the page; the previous pattern is January to February.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Karlstad University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.