Dalarna University Master’s Scholarships (Sweden)

Summary

Dalarna University offers tuition fee waivers and merit-based awards to international, fee-paying students enrolled in master’s degree programmes. The funding options include the Choose Dalarna First Scholarship (a guaranteed tuition reduction for applicants who make Dalarna their top choice), the Academic Excellence Scholarship (awarded each semester for high academic performance, plus a final Programme Distinction), and Swedish Institute (SI) external scholarships.

• 🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: Dalarna University Masters Scholarships 2027 in Sweden are open for international students seeking Master’s degree programs with partial or full tuition support.
• 🌍 Eligibility: The scholarship is available for non-EU/EEA international students with a recognized Bachelor’s degree, strong academic performance, English proficiency, and eligibility for Master’s admission.
• 🏫 University: Dalarna University, located in Dalarna County, Sweden, offers scholarships to attract talented international students and promote cultural exchange and global perspectives.
• 📚 Scholarship Coverage: Awards cover approximately 10%–50% of tuition fees or may provide significant tuition reductions, helping reduce students’ financial burden.
• 💼 Benefits: Selected students can access quality Swedish education, join a multicultural academic community, improve career opportunities, and experience Scandinavian culture.
• 📋 Required Documents: Applicants need an online application, passport copy, Bachelor’s transcripts, CV/resume, English proficiency proof (IELTS/TOEFL), personal statement, motivation letter, and recommendation letter.
• ✅ Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree equivalent to a Swedish kandidatexamen, meet Master’s program requirements, and demonstrate English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 90).
• 🗓️ Application Deadline: The final date to apply for the Dalarna University Masters Scholarships 2027 is 15 February 2027.
• 📝 Application Process: Candidates must select a Master’s program, apply through the official university portal, prepare required documents, submit a separate scholarship application, and wait for the selection results.
• 🇸🇪 Study Destination: The scholarship allows international students to pursue a Master’s degree in Sweden while becoming part of a diverse and internationally connected university environment.

Designation

• Level of Study: Master’s Degree (Campus-based & Online)
• Funding Type: Partial Tuition Fee Waiver / Merit Award / Living Stipend (via SI)

Location

• Institution: Dalarna University (Högskolan Dalarna)
• City/Country: Falun & Borlänge, Sweden (Online options available)

Research Area / Academic Disciplines

Scholarships apply to various Master’s programmes at Dalarna University, including:

• Business & Economics: Business Studies (International Focus), Economics, Business Intelligence, Tourism Destination Development, Sustainability and Tourism.
• Technology & Data: Data Science, Energy Efficient Built Environment, Solar Energy Engineering.
• Health & Life Sciences: Global Sexual and Reproductive Health.
• Humanities & Social Sciences: Applied English Linguistics; Democracy, Citizenship and Change; English (Literature Specialization); Intercultural Literature Studies.

Table: Academic Excellence Scholarship Award Breakdown

Eligibility / Qualification

1. General Requirement: Applicants must be citizens of a non-EU/EEA country required to pay tuition fees in Sweden and admitted to an eligible Master’s programme.
2. Choose Dalarna First Scholarship:
   • Apply via UniversityAdmissions.se and rank a Dalarna University master’s programme as your first choice by the national on-time deadline.
   • Be successfully admitted to a master’s programme at Dalarna University.
3. Academic Excellence Scholarship (Enrolled Students):
   • Complete all 30 credits in the programme curriculum for that semester.
   • Achieve outstanding grades (at least 15 credits with the highest grade).
   • Ensure course results are reported within six weeks after the semester ends.
   • Maintain good academic standing and integrity.

Scholarship Description

• Choose Dalarna First Scholarship: Automatically grants a 5,000 SEK reduction deducted from your first-semester tuition fee invoice upon meeting the criteria. There is no quota limit—every admitted first-choice applicant who applies on time receives it.
• Academic Excellence Scholarship: Provides recurring tuition reductions per semester (ranging from 5,000 SEK to 15,000 SEK depending on the programme) and an additional Programme Distinction bonus upon graduation if awarded across all semesters.
• Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships (External): Fully funded government scholarships covering 100% of tuition fees, a monthly living stipend of 12,000 SEK, and travel allowances for eligible global professionals and women in STEM.

How to Apply

1. Apply for Admission: Submit your master’s programme application online via UniversityAdmissions.se and place Dalarna University as your first priority.
2. Submit Dalarna Scholarship Application: Complete the online scholarship form available directly on the Dalarna University website within the open application window.
3. Semester Re-Application (For Enrolled Students): To receive ongoing Academic Excellence awards, submit your semester evaluation form during the open review periods.

Last Date for Apply

• Choose Dalarna First Scholarship:
  • Autumn Intake: February 15
  • Spring Intake: September 15
• Academic Excellence Scholarship (Ongoing Semesters):
  • Autumn Semester Results: February 1 – February 15
  • Spring Semester Results: July 1 – July 15
• Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships: Annually in February directly via the SI application portal.