Duration of the Master's program (usually 1 or 2 years)
Deadline
February 1st (Annu
Level
Master's Degree
Acceptance
Varies by year
Difficulty
High
✨ Should I Apply for LiU International Scholarship?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
50%
Win Probability
7/10
Difficulty
7/10
Reward Score
30–45 hrs
Time Required
Low
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
25%, 50%, or 75% tuition fee reduction
⏱
Duration
Duration of the Master's program (usually 1 or 2 years)
🗓
Deadline
February 1st (Annual)
🌐
Fields
All Master's programs offered at Linköping University
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies based on annual budget allocations
🌏
Study Country
Sweden
🏛️
Provider
Linköping University (LiU)
📊
Acceptance
Varies by year
The LiU International Scholarship is a merit-based award designed to attract and support high-achieving students from outside the EU/EEA who wish to pursue a Master's degree at Linköping University. The scholarship offers a reduction in tuition fees of up to 75% throughout the duration of the program, provided the student maintains a strong academic record.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to international students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who are high-achieving and have selected Linköping University as their first choice in the Swedish national application system.
🏛️ Host University
Linköping University
🤝 Sponsor
Linköping University
🌐 Fields of Study
All Master's programs offered at Linköping University
✨ Key Benefits
The scholarship provides a significant reduction in tuition fees, ranging from 25% to 75%. It does not cover living expenses, travel, or accommodation costs.
✈️ Travel: No🏠 Accommodation: No💊 Health Insurance: No🔄 Renewable: Yes💳 App Fee: 900 SEK (Swedish University Admissions application fee)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (Partial)
🏠 Living Stipend
No
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
No
💊 Health Insurance
No
🎁 Other Benefits
Priority for student housing is sometimes associated with international status, but not a direct financial benefit of the scholarship.
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Students must maintain satisfactory academic progress and pass at least 75% of their courses each year to retain the scholarship.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens required to pay tuition fees who have applied for a Master's program at LiU as their first priority.
🎓 Academic Level
Master's Degree
📊 Minimum GPA
Check official website (Highly competitive academic record required)
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 90 (standard Swedish university requirements)
💼 Work Experience
Not required but can be beneficial for specific program applications
🏆 Leadership
Not required
💰 Financial Need
Not considered (Merit-based only)
🎯 Target Students
International Master's students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Statement of Purpose or Motivation Letter)
Rec Letters
Often required by individual programs but not strictly for the scholarship itself
Interview
No
Application Fee
900 SEK (Swedish University Admissions application fee)
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
Often required by individual programs but not strictly for the scholarship itself Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Personal Statement / Essays
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 90 (standard Swedish university requirements)
Interview: No
Min GPA: Check official website (Highly competitive academic record required)
📋 Application Process
Ensure you rank Linköping University as your 1st priority on UniversityAdmissions.se. The scholarship selection is based primarily on your academic results and the motivation letter.
💡 Insider Tip: Clearly highlight your academic excellence and how the specific program at LiU fits into your future career plans in your personal statement.
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
December 1st
⏰ Deadline
February 1st (Annual)
🎤 Interview
No
🎓 Study Starts
August (Autumn Semester)
December 1st
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
February 1st (Annual)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application — no late entries
No
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
August (Autumn Semester)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic merit (GPA), quality of previous university education, and motivation for the chosen program.
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Open to international students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who are high-achieving and have selected Linköping University as their first choice in the Swedish national application system.
This scholarship covers: The scholarship provides a significant reduction in tuition fees, ranging from 25% to 75%. It does not cover living expenses, travel, or accommodation costs.. Coverage may vary — check the official website for exact details.
The deadline is February 1st (Annual). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Low. Acceptance rate: Varies by year. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 90 (standard Swedish university requirements), Often required by individual programs but not strictly for the scholarship itself recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.