Karlstad University EH International Programme Scholarship 2026

About the EH International Programme Scholarship

The EH International Programme Scholarship aims to support top academic students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who are required to pay tuition fees and who have applied to an eligible STEM programme at Karlstad University.

The scholarship covers 50% of the tuition fee for programmes starting in the autumn semester. It does not cover living expenses, and applicants must demonstrate financial capability as required for a residence permit. Guidance on this requirement is available on the Swedish Migration Agency website.

Applications for the 2026 scholarship period will be accepted from 16 January to 15 February 2026.

To be eligible to apply for the scholarship, applicants must first apply for a STEM bachelor’s or master’s programme at Karlstad University starting in the autumn semester and ensure that the application fee has been paid (unless exempt). Late applications will not be considered.

Application period: 16 January - 15 February 2026

How to apply: During the application period, a link to apply will be available on this page.

Eligible programmes (academic year 2026/2027)

For the academic year 2026/2027, the scholarship applies to the following programmes:

Artificial Intelligence - Bachelor Programme in Computer Science
Master in Computer Science
Master in Mechanical Engineering - Specialization Data-driven Mechanical Engineering
Master Programme in Biology: Ecology and Conservation Biology
Master Programme in Information Systems
Master's Programme in Cybersecurity
Master's Programme in Intelligent Communication Systems
Master's Programme in Physics - Nanomaterials
Master's Programme in Physics - Theoretical physics
Master's Programme in Intelligent Software Systems

Only applicants admitted to one of the eligible programmes listed above will be considered for the scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

Be a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland.
Have applied for an eligible STEM bachelor’s or master’s programme at Karlstad University starting in autumn 2026.
Have paid the application fee at University Admissions (unless exempt).

Applicants are not eligible if they:

Have lived in Sweden for more than two years when the scholarship period begins.
Hold a permanent residence permit or work permit in Sweden.
Already hold a master’s degree from a Swedish university.
Have received a scholarship from the Swedish Institute or other Swedish funding bodies.

Documents Required for the Scholarship Application

Applicants must upload the following documents when submitting the scholarship application. Preparing these materials in advance is strongly recommended:

Transcript of Records (official academic transcripts from previous studies)
Curriculum Vitae (CV), maximum 3 pages
Personal Motivation Letter, maximum 500 words, describing academic goals, motivation for the chosen programme, and future aspirations
Copy of Passport (showing personal data and citizenship)

Letters of Reference (optional)

To strengthen your application, you may submit one or a maximum of two letters of reference from different referees. The letters may support your merits in one or more of the following areas:

Academic qualifications: Previous academic performance, study achievements, or research potential (e.g., course performance, projects, thesis supervision).
Professional experience: Work experience or internships, including responsibilities or accomplishments in a professional role.
Community and extracurricular engagement: Voluntary work, leadership roles, or involvement in organisations or projects outside formal studies (e.g., NGOs, community projects, student organisations).

All letters must be typed, printed, signed, and stamped with an official organisation/company stamp (or notary), then scanned and uploaded as a single PDF file in the application form.

How to Apply

Apply for a programme
Submit an application for an eligible STEM programme via www.universityadmissions.se during the national application period.
Pay the application fee
Your programme application must be complete, including payment of the application fee (unless exempt).
Submit the scholarship application
The scholarship application period is open from 16 January to 15 February 2026. During this period, a link to apply will be available on this page.

Only complete scholarship applications submitted through the official link within the application period will be considered.

Scholarship Conditions

The scholarship is valid only for the programme for which it is awarded.
The scholarship is initially granted for one semester. It will automatically be extended for the full duration of the programme if the student’s study results are satisfactory and the scholarship regulations are fulfilled.
If you defer your admission, the scholarship may become invalid.
If you change programmes, the scholarship may be withdrawn.

Selection Process

Selection takes place alongside programme admissions. Priority is given to applicants who:

Demonstrate strong academic performance.
Show clear relevance and motivation for the chosen programme.
Express a strong commitment to studying at Karlstad University.
Have selected a Karlstad University programme as their first choice at University Admissions.

Please note: The scholarship is merit-based only; financial need is not considered.

Scholarship results

Scholarship recipients will be notified by email at the end of April.
Awardees must accept the scholarship within the deadline stated in the award letter.
The scholarship amount is deducted directly from the tuition fee, reducing the amount the student is required to pay.

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