Karlstad University Global Scholarship
50% (up to 100%) tuition fee reduction for 4–8 outstanding non-EU/EEA Master's students per year at Karlstad University (Sweden), selected on academic merit and statement of purpose.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Sweden
Funding
Typically 50% tuition fee reduction; may range from 25% to 100%. Does not cover living expenses. 4–8 awards per year.
Eligible applicants
Non-EU/EEA fee-paying students admitted to a Karlstad master's programme; merit-based; 4–8 awards/year; Jan–Feb 2027 window
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Overview
Karlstad University Global Scholarship is offered by Karlstad University for Master’s study in Sweden. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionMust have applied to a Karlstad master's programme via universityadmissions.se and paid the application fee
- Karlstad Global Scholarship application formRequired
- universityadmissions.se applicationRequired
- Academic transcriptsRequired
- Statement of purposeRequired
What this scholarship covers
50% tuition reduction (range 25%–100% depending on merit)
Included
Typically 50% tuition fee reduction; may range from 25% to 100%. Does not cover living expenses. 4–8 awards per year. 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 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Fee-paying international students.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Selection based solely on academic achievement and persuasiveness of statement of purpose
- 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
- Countries
- Sweden
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Non-EU/EEA fee-paying students admitted to a Karlstad master's programme; merit-based; 4–8 awards/year; Jan–Feb 2027 window. Karlstad University also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Non-EU/EEA fee-paying students admitted to a Karlstad master's programme; merit-based; 4–8 awards/year; Jan–Feb 2027 window
Study route
- Master’s study in Sweden
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Non-EU/EEA fee-paying students admitted to a Karlstad master's programme; merit-based; 4–8 awards/year; Jan–Feb 2027 window. Karlstad University also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
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
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Apply to a Karlstad master's programme via universityadmissions.se by the January deadline
- 2
Submit the Karlstad Global Scholarship form at kau.se in January–February
- 3
Include a strong statement of purpose
Application timeline
Application cycle
2027 intake: January–February 2027 (expected). Apply at kau.se after submitting master's application via universityadmissions.se.
The listed deadline is February 15, 2026. Confirm it 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 11, 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?
The listed deadline is February 15, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
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.